Operational Engineering Advisor

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Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA, USA
In-Office
75K-85K Annually
Mid level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Provides technical support for Space Force Range Operations, coordinating range users, government personnel, military stakeholders, and engineering teams. Advises customers through requirements and documentation processes, supports planning and capability-gap resolution, attends meetings, prepares technical summaries and status reports, and contributes to annual spend plans. Requires STEM education or equivalent experience, technical experience, MBSE tool experience, systems and integration engineering collaboration, U.S. citizenship, Secret clearance eligibility, and a valid driver’s license.
Summary Generated by Built In

Amentum is seeking an Operational Engineering Advisor to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC).

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Operational Engineering Advisor to provide wide-ranging technical support to the Range Operations department in the execution of all Range user planning functions, up to and including critical customer liaison and stakeholder tasks and activities.   
 

Key Responsibilities:

As directed by the Operations Management team, this Engineering position will provide technical support as requested to:

  • Facilitate communication and collaboration between Range customers, Space Launch Delta 30 at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) and 45 at Patrick Space Force Base (PSFB), (SLD) and all SFRC stakeholders including the Integrated Product Teams

  • Provide technical support to Range Operations planning functions, including recommended inputs to the Universal Documentation System (UDS).

  • Attend formal meetings and provide technical assistance and comprehensive summaries to Range Operations.

  • Provide technical assistance to the Government and all stakeholders to ensure that the Range users' expectations are synchronized with the government's interpretation of requirements and Range capabilities.

  • Advise and support Range Users through the submission and processing of their requirements and documentation via the UDS process and other required SLD 30 processes.

  • Coordinate solutions to address user requirements and identify capability shortfalls. Notify the Government Liaison and affected Range stakeholders in writing of any issues communicated by the customer.

  • Regularly provide status updates and progress reports on task assignments.

  • Other duties as assigned.

This position will also provide technical support to other internal Engineering tasks and activities, including the development of annual spend plans to ensure future Range user requirements are addressed.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science in Science, Technical, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or combination of education and working experience.

  • 3+ years of experience in technical position

  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools

  • Experience working with Test, Requirements, Systems and Integration Engineering Teams

  • Knowledge of the VSFB Range Instrumentation preferred

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship

  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

  • Solid interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with diverse groups, including government and military personnel.

  • Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand user and government requirements.

  • Experience organizing and maintaining documentation.

  • A proactive and problem-solving mindset with a focus on addressing customer needs.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000-$85,000 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:

85,000

       

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:

09/01/2026 - 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 of Science in a science, technical, engineering, or mathematics discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • At least 3 years of experience in a technical position
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools
  • Experience working with test, requirements, systems, and integration engineering teams
  • Knowledge of Vandenberg Space Force Base Range Instrumentation
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills for coordinating with government and military personnel
  • Technical aptitude to understand user and government requirements
  • Experience organizing and maintaining documentation
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset focused on customer needs

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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The Company
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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