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Amentum · 21 hours ago

Specialty Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Support Subject Matter Expert

US-VA-Alexandria

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$175K/yr - $225K/yr

7+ years exp

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering, scientific, and program management support services to top U.S. government agencies. They are seeking a Subject Matter Expert to provide independent engineering, manufacturing, and quality risk assessments and recommendations to support government customers.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Candidates will serve as a primary support contractor for Independent Technical Risk Assessments (ITRA)

Lead teams to perform short term specialty engineering assessments

Author formal reports with findings and mitigation recommendations

Perform independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, including evaluation of alternatives, trade studies, assessment of systems manufacturing and quality status, and cost-benefit analyses

Support the identifying and implementing of new program concepts

Provide program management and acquisition support

Identify and translate requirements into technology research and development objectives

Support technical interchange meetings and design reviews

Support program experimentation and testing efforts, including preparation of experiment/test plans and coordination with performers, government agents, test ranges, and test facilities

Author program briefings and technical reports

Candidates may travel up to approximately 25% of the time

Qualification

Independent Technical Risk AssessmentManufacturing capabilities assessmentQuality systems expertiseDefense-related manufacturing experienceManufacturing Readiness LevelsTechnical leadershipOralWritten communicationTeam collaborationProblem-solvingSelf-starter

Required

BS in mechanical engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years of experience

Demonstrated subject matter expertise in the assessment of Government contractor manufacturing capabilities and quality systems

Demonstrated subject matter expertise in Independent Technical Risk Assessment (ITRA) and mitigation development

Experience in relevant defense-related manufacturing and technology research and/or development programs for marine, air, ground, and satellite systems, including electronics/avionics, rotating equipment, additive manufacturing, or software development

Ability to provide practical and creative solutions in a dynamic work environment, while working effectively with a team

Technical leadership experience and superior oral and written communications skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a rapidly evolving environment

Must have an active US Government TS/SCI Clearance. Please note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance