Mission Statement: The Conventional Prompt Strike Test Facility (CTF) contract supports the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD), Weapons and Energetics Department in China Lake, CA and Crane, IN. We maintain the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, honesty and fairness in our relationships with our customers, suppliers, subcontractors and professional associates.

Amentum is seeking an experienced engineer to be a technical leader and subject matter expert in a dynamic, fast-paced, and challenging research and development environment in support of one of our nation’s top defense priorities at China Lake. The one-of-a-kind test site is perpetually in a state of test execution, and planning and integration in preparation for the next test series. Critical aspects of this role are to lead the development of technical solutions to meet customer test requirements, develop concept solutions to solve testing challenges, lead detailed design resolve technical issues, work closely with site technicians and field engineers to plan and execute complex site operations, and communicate status and issues across the broader program. This role will require a multidisciplinary approach as we have electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, power and mechanical subsystems.

This program is fast paced and requires initiative, teamwork, and the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization. The team is multi-organizational, and skills span from senior program managers to engineers, to on-site technicians, logistics, budget, and everything in-between. The environment is fast-paced and demands attention to detail while never losing site of the big picture.

* This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities.

Typical salary range for this position is $127, 100.00 to $190,000.00 and is commensurate with experience relative to the position

Required Education and Experience:

Technical degree, BA/BS and 8 to 10+ years of related experience, or 15 years of relevant experience in an Engineering field are required

Engineering degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar is preferable

Experience in interface control / system level integration

Ability to work / collaborate across organizations and lead without organizational authority

Schedule management and development experience

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Previous experience with CAD, engineering drawings, and technical requirements

Ability to manage many competing priorities simultaneously

US Citizen, security clearance eligible

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will have a multidisciplinary background i.e. mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power. A demonstrated record of generating cradle to grave quick react solutions. In an R&D testing environment, things often wrong, this role will need to identify issues, clarify the problems, communicate them, and work to develop solutions. This role requires strong judgement, effective communication skills, and an ability to respond to the unexpected. This role will work very closely with other program managers, engineers, documentation managers, logistics and procurement, and the customer to develop a plan, establish a plan, track key items, drive completion of milestones, adjust to issues, and monitor and communicate status. Experience in DOD-related test programs is preferred.

The desired skill set includes, but is not limited to:

• Develop and provide technical content to produce engineering drawings and documentation that support equipment integration, interface control, and site operations / procedures

• Conduct review, approval and audit of drawings, specifications, technical reports, and other engineering documentation for test program use.

• Work with document manager to ensure all technical documentation is complete and ready for use on-time

• Resolve field-initiated technical questions and lead resolution of a wide range of complex design and constructability issues

• Provide technical support in defining courses of action and validating those courses of action against requirements and documented concept of operations

• Proven ability to conduct independent work requiring technical and operations judgment

• Simultaneously manage multiple projects

• Demonstrated ability to lead others

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience of Identifying, implementing, and complying with applicable safety, environmental and quality standards, company procedures and policies and other relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions for Position

Physical Requirements: May include lifting of weight up to forty (30) pounds as necessary.

Work Environment: Can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. An inside environment may be a cubicle (considerations: close quarters, low to moderate noise, bright or dim lighting). Outside work may include various environmental conditions including warm and cold climates. Needs to be able to work well with co-workers and all levels of management. No hazards on job or unusual environmental conditions.

Equipment and Machines : Ability to operate office equipment such as a personal computer, printer, copy machine, telephone, fax machine and other equipment including desk supplies and other work-related tools as required. Possess heavy and light equipment licenses, or the ability to obtain the necessary licenses.

Attendance: Normal hours are Monday - Thursday between 6:00am to 4:00pm during flex weeks, 6:00am to 3:00pm on non-flex weeks. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary to meet deadlines. Must exhibit flexibility of work hours to adjust to surge situations based on critical mission requirements. With the exception of STD/LTD/FMLA & approved time off, attendance is considered essential.

Other Essential Functions: Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management, and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to employees or others. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Independent personal transportation to office or work site is required. Travel (up to 10%) to and from customer locations and test locations (government and vendor) may be required to support projects. This may involve airline travel. In some cases, accommodations can possibly be made for POV, if necessary. When operating any vehicle for work purposes, must wear seat belt and in addition, no cellular devices are to be used when driving.