Purpose and Impact:

Amentum is currently seeking a MIL SATCOM Mission Planner with knowledge of Military Satellite Communications, especially familiarity with EHF and AEHF SATCOM and associated Satellite Communications terminals (MILSTAR, SMART-T, VPS) to join our dynamic team in the Northern VA area. This position requires an active DoD TS/SCI security clearance that has been adjudicated in the last 5 years or designated CE and the ability to obtain and maintain special accesses. 

Work Schedule: Work is performed Monday – Friday in office. 8-hour per day with flex time authorized.  

Essential Responsibilities:

• Model and analyze AEHF environmental factors using the Mission Planning Subsystem
• Create unit-level scenarios using the AEHF Global Scenario.
• Produce and distribute communications plans to operational users.
• Operate, test, and provide feedback on emerging and replacement radio and communication systems.
• Apply in-depth technical knowledge to capture, plan and design information technology systems; tactical and strategic RF communications, especially DoD SATCOM and Line-of-Sight (LOS) systems, at the national level.
• Advise the customer on the development of technical approaches to solving engineering related problems.
• Support the formulation and execution of acquisition strategies.
• Develop technology Integration strategies, Requirements Development, Systems Architectures, Conceptual Designs and Concept of Operations.
• Apply excellent working knowledge and consultations in data communications, fiber optics, video teleconferencing and cryptographic equipment. 
• Participate in activities to ensure knowledge creation/sharing and integration within and across the work program as appropriate.  

This position is not designated as a safety sensitive position.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process.  Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.  

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Candidate will be required to: carry up to 50 lbs, sit for extended periods of time at a computer workstation.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Experience with SATCOM Communications Planning Tools, specifically the Mission
  Planning Subsystem (MPSS) / Mission Planning Element (MPE)
• Experience with Military Satellite Communications, especially familiarity with AEHF SATCOM and associated Satellite Communications terminals (such as FAB-T, FET, SMART-T, G-ASNT, VPS, SCAMP)
• Experience leading the evaluation and testing of complex systems
• Experience with capabilities, trade analysis, mission analysis, information assurance, systems integration, and understanding of the relationships between operational, technical, and systems architecture
• Familiarity with evaluation of RF communications systems and architecture
• Possess a current/active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Familiarity with Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) and the nuclear environment.
• Proficient at communicating complex technical material in presentations and in writing
• Experience with system integration and testing (HW/SW) of COTS components

Security Clearance Required:

• TS/SCI

Minimum Years of Experience:

• 10 Years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a Brigade or Higher-level S-6 or G-6 environment
• B.S. degree in System Integration, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or equivalent degree with 15 years or more of Information Technology experience preferably with a strong Radio Frequency (RF) and data communications background.

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Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

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.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.