Electrical Connector Engineer

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Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, USA
In-Office
120K-130K Annually
Mid level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs and fabricates prototype electrical connector and C5ISR hardware systems. Develops concepts, technical data packages, schematics, test plans, simulations, and documentation; supports fabrication, testing, measurements, system analysis, and manufacturing oversight. Collaborates with engineers, technicians, CAD designers, and customers to ensure quality, safety, logistics, cost, and schedule requirements. Requires electrical engineering expertise, connector fabrication experience, blueprint interpretation skills, and eligibility for a U.S. Secret Clearance.
Summary Generated by Built In

Amentum is now hiring for an exciting position in support of the Prototyping Integration Facility (PIF) of the Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Center (C5ISR) at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD. This project will provide the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Futures Command, U.S. Special Forces and the U.S. Marine Corps integration of C5ISR operational prototypes onto a range Military Weapon Systems & Platforms (air, ground & sea) as well as performing C5ISR prototyping, integration, and testing support based on Real-World emerging needs of the Warfighter. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work as an Electrical Engineer who performs the design and fabrication of prototype/ limited manufacturing programs focused on C5ISR programs. 
  • Provide technical contributions to the development of concepts, technical data packages, and oversees fabrication of hardware systems.
  • Perform fundamental engineering duties in preliminary designs, performing tests, taking measurements, and performing system analyses or simulations.
  • Apply standard practices and techniques in specific electrical engineering assignments. Assist CAD designers in developing the electrical design of products.
  • Work with other engineers to ensure quality, safety and logistics concerns related to systems designs are met.
  • Assist in the preparation of test plans to demonstrate the effectiveness of the design packages. 
  • Assess the results of the design and test phases and work with customers by providing estimates for work and tracking expenditures.  
  • Prepare data and documentation, when applicable. Instruct, when required, electronics technicians, junior engineers, or serve as a contributor to large and complex projects.
  • Work independently, with limited supervision.

Required Qualifications:

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or related scientific/technical discipline and three (3) years of related experience.
  • Must have the technical background in fabrication for electrical connectors. In particular MIL STD type data and power connectors that are part of Wiring harness assemblies.
  • Must have experience overseeing manufacture of components with a wide range of materials including injection molding, sheet metal and machining systems for use in electrical connectors
  • Must possess the technical expertise to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance. Please note US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Five (5) years of experience serving as an engineer or equipment designer
  • Combination of Electrical and Mechanical experience
  • Hardware design, assembly and test experience
  • Experience related to design, development or production of military equipment or equivalent, preferable C5ISR systems. 
  • Robotics and/or Counter UAS experience
  • Active Secret Clearance

       

Compensation Details:

$120K to $130K

       

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:

08/25/2026 - 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.

       

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

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related scientific or technical discipline
  • Three years of related experience
  • Technical background in fabrication for electrical connectors, including MIL-STD components and power connectors used in wiring harness assemblies
  • Experience overseeing manufacture of components using injection molding, sheet metal, and machining systems for electrical connectors
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship required to obtain a Secret Clearance
  • Five years of experience as an engineer or equipment designer
  • Combination of electrical and mechanical experience
  • Hardware design, assembly, and test experience
  • Experience designing, developing, or producing military equipment, preferably C5ISR systems
  • Robotics and/or Counter-UAS experience
  • Active Secret Clearance

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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HQ: Chantilly, VA
18,261 Employees

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.

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