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Systems Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA; Fort Belvoir; Virginia; VA; Fort Belvoir, Virginia; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Amentum is seeking a skilled and experienced Systems Engineer to join our team at Fort Belvoir . In this critical role, you'll provide essential contractual support to the Joint Personnel Recovery Agency (JPRA), focusing on the assessments of architectures and interoperable capabilities. Systems Engineer or ORSA functions encompass design and execution of experiments, with core competencies in conducting analysis and generating reports, organizing and facilitating working group.

Responsibilities:

  • Assess the interoperability of existing and emerging architectures and capabilities.
  • Analyze system capabilities and provide information for the development of capability improvement plans to satisfy joint requirements and operational needs.
  • Identify possible non-material solutions such as concepts of operation (CONOPS) and JTTPs, to satisfy joint requirements and operational need.
  • When directed by the Government, support JPRA-led, demonstrations and experiments during military exercises. Design and execute experiments; conduct analysis and generate experimentation reports.
  • Support the development of interoperability requirements and standards.
  • When directed by the Government, collaborate with applicable Services, CCMDs, Inter-agency, and private sector entities to identify and develop interoperability requirements, improvement plans for existing and emerging technologies, and capabilities.
  • Plan and conduct Government/Industry forums and Working Group when directed.
  • Support the development of Joint PR TTPs and support test development and data analysis.
  • The contractor shall participate in military exercises, experiments, conferences, seminars, or working groups when directed by the Government and prepare AARs within 5 working days following conference, seminar, or working group attendance. AARs shall be prepared and submitted in accordance with JPRA procedures (CDRL A003)
  • Requires regular travel as a core part of its responsibilities.
  • Author documents at the Service Headquarters, Joint Staff, or Combatant Command Headquarters levels.
  • Provide leadership for highly complex and challenging activities under the minimal direction of a manager or executive.
  • Analyze and develop new and innovative approaches, methodologies, or techniques to personnel recovery problem issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • 5 years of related experience as a Systems Engineer or Operations Research and Systems Analyst (ORSA).
  • Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.
  • Experience in the design and execution of experiments or tests.
  • Proficiency in conducting analysis and generating comprehensive reports.
  • Proficiency in preparing After Action Reports (AARs) in accordance with specified procedures (e.g., JPRA procedures).
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with Service, CCMD, Inter-agency, and private sector entities.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for generating reports, leading working groups, and presenting information.
  • Skills in the management, organization, and presentation of collected data.
  • Experience in application of Microsoft Office software.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated excellent command of written communication skills.
  • Meticulous attention to detail for conducting analysis, designing experiments, and preparing reports.
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative when directed by the Government.
  • Ability to adapt to evolving requirements and technologies within the DoD environment.
  • Ability to task organize a project that frequently affects more than one unit or division.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters Degree.
  • Prior experience working in a Joint Military environment.
  • Strong understanding of DoD experimentation and methodologies.
  • Experience leading working groups and planning/conducting Government/Industry forums.
  • Experience associated with the personnel recovery mission or a related mission area.
  • Knowledge of Joint processes and systems (ex. JSAP).
  • Ability to assess the interoperability of existing and emerging architectures and capabilities.
  • Skilled in analyzing system capabilities and providing information for capability improvement plans.
  • Experience identifying non-material solutions (e.g., CONOPS, JTTPs) to satisfy joint requirements.
  • Experience supporting the development of interoperability requirements and standards.

Additional Info:

In accordance with Joint Travel Regulations, Volume 2, may be required to travel by regularly scheduled passenger military or commercial aircraft in performance of TDY.

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About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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