Amentum is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as an Executive Officer (Management Analyst) in support of a Capability Program Executive on the Detroit Arsenal in Warren, MI. This position is currently on-site at the Detroit Arsenal. This position is contingent upon receiving funding. Other duties may be assigned to support client and contract deliverables.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage, create, and refine executive-level presentations, briefing packages, publications, and supporting documents for CPE staff and senior leadership.
Provide technical oversight of program operations and deliver strategic recommendations on objectives.
Coordinate, assess, track, and report internal and external program requirements across the product office, higher headquarters, and external organizations.
Assist with the tasker module and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize operational and tasker workflows.
Coordinate and staff specialized acquisition documents, including Milestone and Material Release files.
Gather data to identify operational facts, capture process improvements, and recommend courses of action.
Coordinate a wide variety of acquisition meetings, maintain calendars, schedule appointments, and document meeting minutes.
Receive visitors and phone calls, ascertain the nature of requests, direct callers appropriately, and submit official visitor requests.
Prepare official emails, charts, reports, and correspondence ensuring proper grammar and strict compliance with policy AR-25-50 (Preparing and Managing Correspondence).
Process travel: Arrange travel accommodations and process travel orders and vouchers utilizing the Defense Travel System (DTS).
Maintain daily attendance records and balance reports using the Automated Time Attendance and Production System (ATAAPS) and Out-Of-Office (OOO) programs on the CPE SharePoint portal.
Manage general personnel records, payroll data, and basic budgeting details.
Update, establish, and execute transaction processes for data files, records, and databases using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
Track and maintain durable and non-durable office inventory.
Perform building security checks while promoting workplace safety awareness and operational security compliance.
Other duties, as assigned.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of experience with military operations, executive officer, military Aide, or 15+ years of experience with military operations in lieu of a degree.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, and Teams applications.
Minimum of 5-10 years of military experience in positions of leadership and responsibility.
Ability to talk and interact with people proactively.
Must be able to multi-task and handle multiple priorities at once. Critical thinker.
Program Management and project management awareness.
Clearance: Not required for initial hire. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance which will be sponsored by Amentum. A positive adjudication/determination may be required for continued employment. Please note US Citizenship is required to obtain clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with the defense acquisition process, Milestone documentation requirements, and integrated product teams (IPTs).
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Detailed-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Previous experience working in PEO CS&CSS or PEO Ground Combat Systems (GCS).
Knowledge of the CPE/PEO/PM structure and organizations.
5+ years familiarity with Operations, Administration, or Project Management preferably in a Government Acquisition program.
Previous PM or Ops experience.
Active Secret Clearance.
Compensation Details:
$120K
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:
07/16/2026 - 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
- Bachelor's degree with 7+ years experience in military operations/executive roles, or 15+ years military experience in lieu of degree.
- Minimum 5-10 years of military experience in positions of leadership and responsibility.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required to obtain clearance.
- Program management and project management awareness/experience.
- Strong interpersonal skills: proactive communication, multi-tasking, critical thinking, and effective written/verbal communication.
- Ability to process travel and related documents using Defense Travel System (DTS) and maintain time/attendance using ATAAPS and OOO tools.
- Ability to follow and ensure compliance with official correspondence policy (AR-25-50) and maintain personnel/payroll records.
- Ability to perform building security checks and promote operational security compliance.
- Willingness to work on-site at the Detroit Arsenal and support contract deliverables.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with defense acquisition process, Milestone documentation, and integrated product teams (IPTs).
- Previous experience in PEO CS&CSS or PEO Ground Combat Systems or knowledge of CPE/PEO/PM structure.
- Active Secret clearance (preferred).
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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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