DARPA Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer SETA

Amentum•Arlington, VA

19h•Hybrid

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 spacecraft propulsion. This is a full-time position based in Arlington, VA with the opportunity for remote work. Job Duties and Responsibilities: 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. Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in spacecraft propulsion. Perform independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, including evaluation of alternatives, trade studies, and cost-benefit analyses. Provide support in identifying and implementing new program concepts. Support testing efforts, including the preparation of experiment/test plans and coordination with teammates, customers and stakeholders. Identify and translate requirements into technology research and development objectives. Support technical interchange meetings and design reviews. Author program briefings and technical reports. Provide program management and acquisition support. Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience.
Demonstrated experience in spacecraft propulsion design (chemical, electrical, or nuclear) for commercial or defense-related technology research and/or development programs.
Demonstrated technical leadership experience.
Ability to provide practical and creative solutions in a dynamic work environment, while working effectively with a team.
Familiarity with classical systems engineering processes and procedures.
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.
Must have an Active US Government TS/SCI Clearance.
Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Government TS/SCI Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or PhD.
Military and/or Government program support experience.
Demonstrated 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.

Responsibilities

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.
Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in spacecraft propulsion.
Perform independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, including evaluation of alternatives, trade studies, and cost-benefit analyses.
Provide support in identifying and implementing new program concepts.
Support testing efforts, including the preparation of experiment/test plans and coordination with teammates, customers and stakeholders.
Identify and translate requirements into technology research and development objectives.
Support technical interchange meetings and design reviews.
Author program briefings and technical reports.
Provide program management and acquisition support.
Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities.
Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.