DARPA – Tactical Technology Office (TTO) Systems Engineering Support

Amentum•Arlington, VA

22d•$150,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a mid-level systems engineer to apply systems and mission engineering principles for the development of advanced defense and space systems. This is a full-time position with the requirement to work on-site at the client location (Ballston neighborhood of Arlington, VA). Some domestic travel (~25%) may be required. Annual salary ranges between $150-200K depending on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or higher in an engineering, scientific, or technological discipline
At least 7 years of relevant experience
Active Secret security clearance. Please note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle and requirements management
Experience developing, managing, and verifying system requirements, ensuring traceability from operational needs through system-level design and implementation while supporting integration into existing or future operational architectures
Experience operating in fast-paced environments that emphasize rapid prototyping, iterative development, and accelerated capability delivery
Experience supporting defense R&D or rapid prototyping programs
Experience leading cross-functional technical teams
The demonstrated ability to coordinate and lead technical efforts across diverse stakeholders including government organizations, military services, national laboratories, and industry partners to develop and field advanced capabilities
The demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance of technical programs
Experience working with DoD stakeholders, combatant commands, and defense industry partners

Nice To Haves

Master of Science degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field
Active Top Secret security clearance, with ability to obtain SCI access. Please note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Demonstrated experience with modeling and simulation and/or operational analysis
Experience managing test programs or flight test activities
Experience coordinating with national labs, NASA, and/or interagency partners

Responsibilities

Applying structured, top-down systems engineering methods to design and integrate complex defense systems, translating operational needs into technical requirements, architectures, and engineering solutions
Applying mission engineering methodologies to assess operational environments, identify capability gaps, and evaluate technical solutions using operational analysis, modeling and simulation, and mission threads
Integrating operational analysis, modeling and simulation, and mission thread development to inform system design and technology investment decisions
Developing and managing technology roadmaps to guide the maturation, integration, and transition of emerging technologies aligned with future mission needs and evolving threat environments
Applying direct technical knowledge in specialized national security domains such as space operations, missile defense, long-range fires, or related strategic capabilities, as well employing an understanding of operational concepts, system architectures, and emerging technologies to support advanced defense missions
Leveraging knowledge of the full lifecycle of advanced research and development programs, from concept development and requirements definition through prototyping, testing, evaluation, and transition to operational capability
Providing overarching support to program to include, as needed, attending biweekly calls for performers, attending major reviews, drafting programmatic documentation for DARPA and transition partners, attending transition partner meetings and internal DARPA team meetings
The demonstrated professionalism, maturity, sound judgement, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for daily interactions with a Government Program Manager, other technical support personnel, and executive-level audiences in a dynamic, fast-paced environment