Amentum is seeking a well connected, strategic growth leader to help expand their presence across the U.S. Air Force. This is a highly visible opportunity to leverage established
relationships, influence growth strategy, and create new opportunities supporting some of the Air Force's most critical missions.
The ideal candidate brings deep Air Force experience, a strong network across acquisition and program communities, and a proven ability to open doors, shape opportunities, and position organizations for long term success. We are looking for someone who understands
where decisions are made, how priorities are established, and how to engage customers early to drive meaningful growth.
What We're Looking For
• Well connected strategic growth leader with strong relationships across the U.S. Air
Force
• Demonstrated success developing and shaping opportunities before formal
solicitations are released
• Deep understanding of Air Force acquisition, budgeting, and mission priorities
• Experience building trusted relationships with senior government and industry
stakeholders
• Ability to influence strategy and identify where an organization should invest for
future growth
Highly Desired Experience
• We are particularly interested in candidates with strong connections in the
Albuquerque, New Mexico market.
• Experience supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center Air Force Nuclear
Weapons Center and the Air Force Research Laboratory Air Force Research
Laboratory is highly desirable.
• Candidates with infrastructure, engineering, facilities, modernization, research, or
mission support experience within these organizations will stand out. Current
relationships and recent engagement across these communities are strongly
preferred.
Why Amentum
• Lead Air Force growth initiatives for a global leader supporting national security
missions
• Partner directly with senior executives to shape strategy and priorities
• Make an immediate impact across a broad portfolio of capabilities and programs
• Enjoy the autonomy, visibility, and influence that comes with a high profile growth
leadership role
Location: Remote, with a strong preference for candidates located in or closely connected
to the Albuquerque area
Minimum Qualifications:
12+ years of USAF, USSF, or DoD Acquisition and or Program Management experience, with at least 5 of those years in support of USAF Programs
Extensive experience with DoD & IC government organizations
Demonstrated ability to execute the business development function with little/no supervision
Ability to assess the competitive field, to include all evaluation factors, both price and non-price
Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Active Secret US Government Clearance
Master’s degree
DAWIA Program Manager Certification
Compensation Details:
$150,000-$200,000
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:
07/09/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
Skills Required
- 12+ years of USAF, USSF, or DoD acquisition or program management experience, with at least 5 years supporting USAF programs
- Extensive experience with DoD and Intelligence Community (IC) government organizations
- Demonstrated ability to execute business development with little or no supervision
- Ability to assess the competitive field, including all evaluation factors (price and non-price)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government security clearance
- Well connected with strong relationships across the U.S. Air Force and acquisition/program communities
- Strong connections in the Albuquerque, NM market (highly desired)
- Experience supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center and/or Air Force Research Laboratory
- Experience in infrastructure, engineering, facilities, modernization, research, or mission support within relevant Air Force organizations
- Active Secret U.S. Government clearance
- Master's degree
- DAWIA Program Manager Certification
Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.
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What We Do
Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.
