Junior Integration Engineer

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Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA, USA
In-Office
75K-80K Annually
Junior
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Supports systems engineering and project integration for Launch Test Range System subsystems. Assists with risk and anomaly management, funding plans, acquisition and requirements documentation, third-party system integration, stakeholder coordination, systems engineering processes, and transition training. Requires a STEM bachelor’s degree, 0–2 years of systems engineering experience, U.S. citizenship, eligibility for a DoD Secret clearance, and occasional travel availability.
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Company Overview:
Amentum/Space Force Range Contract (SFRC) operates, maintains, and sustains mission-critical systems that comprise the Launch Test Range System (LTRS) in support of the launch, test, and track of DoD, civil, commercial, and international space lift vehicles. The Engineering Department performs sustainment and modernization tasks in support of SFRC requirements. This position will support the Integration Engineering department, which includes Lead Systems Engineering over subsystems and Project Integration.

Essential Functions:

  • Serve as a Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) for assigned LTRS subsystem(s) under the guidance of senior staff, assisting with the tracking and management of risks, subsystem anomalies, and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) cases.
  • Assist in developing out-year plans (spend plans) and compiling data for Government funding inputs to address subsystem needs.
  • Provide project integration support from contract award through the final transition of Third-Party Developer (TPD) systems into the SFRC OM&S baseline.
  • Support the development of acquisition documentation (e.g., SOO, SOW, PWS) for TPD procurements and assist in Request for Proposal (RFP) development.
  • Assist in defining and writing requirements for TPD contracts based on capabilities and operating concepts in support of SLD30.
  • Participate in coordination efforts with Government customers and internal SFRC stakeholders.
  • Support risk management activities by helping identify and assess subsystem and LTRS risks.
  • Support LTRS Risk Management Working Groups and Risk and Opportunity Management Boards (ROMBs).
  • Assist in overseeing the transition and integration of new or modified systems to ensure they meet SFRC OM&S standards.
  • Support the execution of systems engineering processes to ensure continuity across the SFRC.
  • Assist in developing training tools and documentation for transitioning systems.

Required Skills:

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills for system design and testing.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder interaction.
  • Effective time management and organizational skills to handle competing priorities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Aptitude for rapidly learning new concepts, technologies, and integration processes.
  • Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and the Microsoft Office suite.

Required Experience:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related STEM field.
  • 0–2 years of systems engineering experience (Requirements, Test, Specialty Engineering, Project Integration, Subsystem Lifecycle Management, or Systems Architecture) or a related field.
  • Fundamental knowledge of the engineering lifecycle and systems engineering processes.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Previous internship or academic project experience in systems integration or aerospace/defense.
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., Cameo).
  • Project Management experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

  • Flexibility to work occasional non-standard hours or weekends to support mission requirements.
  • Though this position does not require frequent travel, the ability to travel is required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License.

The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000–$80,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.



       

Compensation Details:

$75,000 - $80,000 annually

       

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:

09/28/2026 - 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 Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related STEM field
  • 0–2 years of systems engineering experience or related experience
  • Fundamental knowledge of the engineering lifecycle and systems engineering processes
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills for system design and testing
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team
  • Ability to rapidly learn new concepts, technologies, and integration processes
  • Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to travel
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license
  • Previous internship or academic project experience in systems integration or aerospace/defense
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo
  • Project management experience
  • Flexibility to work occasional non-standard hours or weekends

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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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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