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Safety Manager

Huntsville, AL; Huntsville; Alabama; AL; Huntsville, Alabama; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Contingent key position for upcoming proposal

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

Amentum is seeking a Safety Manager to join our team to support the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command. The selected candidate will oversee system safety engineering activities for RTS systems and manage safety operations in support of research, development, and test activities for 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:

  • Manage RTS safety systems operations and supervise maintenance to support all RTS missions.
  • Conduct system safety analyses, risk assessments, and engineering evaluations related to RTS programs.
  • Review engineering change proposals, mishap reports, deviation requests, and failure data for safety risks and ensure potential hazards are mitigated.
  • Maintain compliance with DoD, contract-specific safety requirements, and corporate safety policies, ensuring operational safety across all mission phases.
  • Proactively identify, assess, and resolve safety hazards, and provide safety guidance to key stakeholders.
  • Prepare and present safety assessment reports, findings, and associated corrective action recommendations.
  • Work closely with leadership to define safety strategies and improve processes to enhance operational performance.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field.
  • 8 years of experience performing or managing safety engineering activities for complex systems.
  • 5 years of management experience related to system safety.
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering safety techniques, hazard analysis, and system risk mitigation.
  • Superior ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats and engage cross-functional teams in collaborative problem-solving.
  • Proven organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain safety-first solutions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must have an active Secret clearance at time of application and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

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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