Amentum is seeking a Software Engineer to support Naval projects in Dahlgren, VA. This position will support the design, development, integration, and testing of software for DoW weapons and sensor systems. The Software Engineer will work as part of a systems and software engineering team supporting mission-critical applications and modernization efforts.
Software Engineer Responsibilities Include:
- Develop software using C and C++ programming languages.
- Use Git for software repository and configuration management.
- Use Jira for backlog and task management.
- Support continuous integration (CI) activities.
- Perform software requirements analysis and software design.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and integrate software solutions.
- Support software development activities throughout the development lifecycle.
- Perform analysis and problem-solving in support of technical and engineering requirements.
Minimum Requirements:
- 0–10 years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or another applicable technical field, or equivalent experience in lieu of the education requirement.
- Experience with or knowledge of C/C++ software development.
- Experience with software development tools and configuration management processes.
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an engineering team.
- Must have an active secret security clearance Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior software development or systems engineering experience supporting Surface Combat Systems or DoD Weapons Systems.
- Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems.
- Experience with Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithms.
- Knowledge or experience with hypersonic trajectories.
- Systems engineering experience supporting the development and integration of software systems on surface ships and subsurface boats.
- Experience with the integration, testing, and evaluation of software using hardware simulators.
Compensation Details:
$110000
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:
11/04/2026 - 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
- 0–10 years of relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or another applicable technical field, or equivalent experience
- Experience with or knowledge of C/C++ software development
- Experience with software development tools and configuration management processes
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an engineering team
- Active Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship required to obtain a Secret clearance
- Prior software development or systems engineering experience supporting Surface Combat Systems or DoD Weapons Systems
- Experience with embedded systems and real-time operating systems
- Experience with Guidance, Navigation, and Control algorithms
- Knowledge or experience with hypersonic trajectories
- Systems engineering experience supporting software development and integration on surface ships and subsurface boats
- Experience integrating, testing, and evaluating software using hardware simulators
Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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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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.
