DARPA SETA Robotics, Automation, and AI Analyst

Amentum•Arlington, TX

8d•$100,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering, scientific, and program management support services to some of the top agencies in the U.S. government, including the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), NASA, the Department of Homeland Security, and the intelligence community. Amentum is currently seeking talented, enthusiastic, and dynamic individuals to support DARPA in formulating, monitoring, and transitioning advanced research and development programs to the U.S. military in multiple areas, including robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI). This is a full-time position based in Arlington, VA with the opportunity for remote work. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Candidates will serve as a primary support contractor to DARPA Program Managers, DARPA leadership, performers, integrated product teams (IPTs), and the research and development communities across industry, academia, and the Government. Support the identifying and implementing of new program concepts. Identify and translate requirements into technology research and development objectives. Develop solutions for robotics, automation, and AI Perform independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, including evaluation of alternatives, trade studies, and cost-benefit analyses. Provide program management and acquisition support. Support technical interchange meetings and design reviews. Support program experimentation and testing efforts. Author program briefings and technical reports. Candidates may travel up to 25% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, or a related field with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of robotics, automation, and/or AI.
Ability to provide practical and creative solutions in a dynamic work environment, while working effectively with a team.
Technical experience and superior oral and written communications skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a rapidly evolving environment.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance.
Please note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in relevant defense-related technology research and/or development programs.
DAPRA program support experience.
Python coding experience.
Ability to quickly identify and resolve program execution risks, mitigations, and issues.
Candidates should be self-starters capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
Master’s degree.
Active US Government Secret Clearance.
Please note US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain Secret eligibility.

Responsibilities

Support the identifying and implementing of new program concepts.
Identify and translate requirements into technology research and development objectives.
Develop solutions for robotics, automation, and AI
Perform independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, including evaluation of alternatives, trade studies, and cost-benefit analyses.
Provide program management and acquisition support.
Support technical interchange meetings and design reviews.
Support program experimentation and testing efforts.
Author program briefings and technical reports.