Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer - DARPA SETA

5w1 month ago

Amentum

Arlington, US · Full-time · $175,000 – $195,000

About this role

Amentum is seeking a talented and dynamic Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer to support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in Arlington, VA. This full-time role offers the opportunity for remote work and involves formulating, monitoring, and transitioning advanced research and development programs to the U.S. military.

In this position, you will serve as a primary support contractor to DARPA Program Managers and leadership, providing technical leadership and subject matter expertise in spacecraft propulsion. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, supporting testing efforts, and authoring program briefings and technical reports.

You will work closely with performers, integrated product teams (IPTs), and the broader research and development communities across industry, academia, and government. The environment fosters a culture of innovation and technical excellence, requiring practical and creative solutions in a dynamic work setting.

This role offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge defense-related technology research and development programs. You will help identify and implement new program concepts while providing program management and acquisition support to ensure successful technology transitions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience.
Demonstrated experience in spacecraft propulsion design (chemical, electrical, or nuclear) for commercial or defense-related technology research and/or development programs.
Demonstrated technical leadership experience.
Ability to provide practical and creative solutions in a dynamic work environment, while working effectively with a team.
Familiarity with classical systems engineering processes and procedures.
Ability to quickly identify and resolve program execution risks, mitigations, and issues.
Must have an Active US Government TS/SCI Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Government TS/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary support contractor to DARPA Program Managers, DARPA leadership, performers, integrated product teams (IPTs), and the R&D communities across industry, academia, and government.
Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in spacecraft propulsion.
Perform independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, including evaluation of alternatives, trade studies, and cost-benefit analyses.
Support testing efforts, including the preparation of experiment/test plans and coordination with teammates, customers, and stakeholders.
Identify and translate requirements into technology research and development objectives.
Author program briefings and technical reports.
Provide program management and acquisition support.
Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.