Chief engineer/operations manager

Are you ready to support critical Army missions and make a lasting impact?

Amentum is seeking a Chief Engineer/Operations Manager to join our team to support the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. The selected candidate will lead and oversee Instrumentation Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and Improvement and Modernization (I&M) efforts supporting the Reagan Test Site Operations, Sustainment, Improvement, and Engineering (ROSIE) contract.

If you excel in collaborative, high-impact environments and are passionate about driving mission success, we want to hear from you. Join Amentum and be part of a team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and shaping the future of Army operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as the RTS Instrumentation Chief Engineer and Operations Manager working within a research and development as well as operational environment.
• Prepares and coordinates the development of RTS Instrumentation maintenance and Improvement and Modernization plans for contract scope of work.
• Lead the development, execution, and maintenance of ROSIE Instrumentation I&M and O&M plans in alignment with contractual objectives.
• Ensure the operational performance baseline is maintained through adherence to approved configuration control and change management procedures.
• Develop and manage engineering efforts, labor estimates, cost projections, and risk assessments relative to ROSIE instrumentation systems.
• Oversee and track the execution and completion of instrumentation-related Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and deliverables to ensure completion within budget and aligned scheduling.
• Establish and supervise performance measurement systems, analyze performance metrics, and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate closely with leadership and government counterparts to define strategies, address challenges, and ensure achievement of project objectives.
• Provide technical guidance for radar, telemetry, and optical systems operations and maintenance to support ROSIE missions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a scientific discipline + 15 years of experience in progressively more complex work in engineering or scientific disciplines.
• Ph.D. in a related field will substitute 3 years from the experience requirement.
• Must have prior experience in operations, planning or ballistic missile test mission planning; familiarity with radar, telemetry, and/or optics concepts, operations, and maintenance.
• Demonstrated familiarity with radar, telemetry, and/or optics concepts and operations is required.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplined technical teams and manage complex engineering projects.
• Exceptional ability to analyze technical challenges, forecast solutions, and execute long-term strategies in high-pressure environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have an active Secret clearance at time of application and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Compensation Details:

$185,000

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: 10/23/2026 - Until Filled

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.

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