Senior Systems Engineer - RMA

Job description

Amentum is seeking an RMA Systems Engineer for the Space Force Range contract to be located at Patrick Space Force base, Fl. The successful candidates will function as technical analysts and integrators, supporting Launch and Test Range System (LTRS) predictive and historical performance reliability studies, requirements definition, interface coordination, integration, verification & validation, and test activities across a diverse range of subsystems that collectively enable safe and reliable launch operations. Key Responsibilities Apply systems engineering principles to plan, integrate, test, study and evaluate the performance of complex operational systems supporting launch operations. Conduct predictive reliability assessments for developmental efforts and analyze historical reliability metrics trends for LTRS systems under sustainment to gain insight into existing or emerging sustainment concerns, to assess potential risks to operational readiness and to prepare summary reports for the USSF Customer. Develop RMA models to provide current mission reliability and maintainability predictions for LTRS systems in various support scenarios and mission configurations to assist in the development of sustainment and modification planning focused on the mitigation of operational risk. Interpret and decompose LTRS mission, safety, and performance requirements into actionable technical expectations. Support interface definition and management across multiple subsystems, contractors, and government stakeholders. Identify and communicate technical risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies to engineering leadership and customers. Support configuration and change control processes, including technical impact assessments and baseline management. Analyze technical data, test results, and operational metrics to inform readiness and decision-making. Effective collaboration across disciplines and organizations to resolve technical issues and support mission execution. Flexible support to multiple subsystems and engineering functions as workload shifts across the LTRS enterprise. Core Skills and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Systems, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering) or related STEM discipline 8+ years of experience in systems engineering Experience working in aerospace systems engineering, integration, or test environment, preferably related to the LTRS Strong understanding of RMA concepts and technical analysis for development and sustainment, reliability modeling, requirements management, interface coordination and system integration concepts Familiarity with aerospace maintenance and trending analysis, verification and validation methods and test lifecycle activities Ability to assess and communicate technical risk in a clear, structured manner Experience working in configuration-controlled environments Strong technical writing and communication skills Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment Active or ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (Required) Desired Experience (Not All Required) Experience supporting launch operations, range systems, aerospace, defense, or safety-critical systems Exposure to system-of-systems environments involving multiple organizations and authorities Experience with reliability block diagrams, systems performance trend analysis, CONOPS, operational test events, or readiness reviews Familiarity with digital engineering tools, modeling, and data-driven analysis Experience with Cameo preferred Compensation Details: $125k-$135k 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: 07/29/2026 - 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. 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