Darpa Tto Space-based Communications & Testing Support Engineer
Amentum
Arlington, VA, US
$170k - $240k; not specified; health, dental, + vi...
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Space-based communications architectures
Test planning and execution
Ts/sci and sap environments
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Amentum is seeking a mid- to senior-level engineer/scientist for a role supporting DARPA's Tactical Technology Office with a focus on space-based communications and test planning. The position requires a Top Secret security clearance and expertise in space-based communications architectures, with a salary range of $170K to $240K.
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Job Summary
The mission of DARPA’s Tactical Technology Office (TTO) is to reimagine every aspect of military hardware design, development, test, manufacture, and sustainment.
This position requires 50% of the time dedicated to space-based communications and 50% to test planning and execution.
Amentum offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.
Matching Summary
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Amentum is seeking a mid- to senior-level engineer/scientist for a role supporting DARPA's Tactical Technology Office with a focus on space-based communications and test planning. The position requires a Top Secret security clearance and expertise in space-based communications architectures, with a salary range of $170K to $240K.
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Salary
$170K - $240K; Not specified; 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
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Space-based communications architectures
Test planning and execution
TS/SCI and SAP environments
Transition partner collaboration
Secure and open data transmission methodologies
Nice-to-have
Rapid, affordable, scalable deployment
Disruptive capability development
Managing complexity and risk
Prior DARPA experience
Key Requirements
Master's degree or equivalent experience
At least 5 years' relevant experience
Active US Government Top Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain SCI access
US Citizenship required
Work Rights
Active US Government Top Secret Clearance with SCI access