Hardware Engineer

Amentum; Paso Robles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Hardware Engineer Professional to support the Space Force Range Contract in California. The role designs, tests, and integrates hardware systems, performing modeling, simulations, and qualification activities for range operations.

The successful candidate will lead engineering tasks, work with cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to DoD security requirements. Travel and occasional non-standard hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM field.
• 3+ years in systems engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with digital interface design and interface modules.
• Knowledge of hardware systems integration and testing practices.
• Ability to read/modify wire diagrams, schematics and CAD drawings.
• Experience with test equipment (VOMs, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Familiarity with SBCs, servers, and workstations.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Willingness to travel and occasional non-standard hours.
• DoD Secret Clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify hardware capabilities; model, simulate, analyze solutions.
• Support testing to qualify hardware for Range operations.
• Plan and execute engineering projects.
• Coordinate with technical support on assigned projects.
• Develop approaches to meet requirements; evaluate suppliers.
• Provide leadership to junior staff.
• Assist with repairs of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
• Provide engineering support to restore systems.
• Support engineering processes for SFRC continuity.
• Support launch operations as required.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Learning aptitude

Team collaboration

Windows proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

CAD

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

VOMs

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Hardware Engineer Professional to support the Space Force Range Contract

Essential Functions:

• Design, develop, modify, and implement new and/or existing capabilities for existing hardware systems. Perform system modeling, simulation, and analysis to provide the most appropriate technical solution.
• Support testing to qualify hardware systems for Range operations.
• Plan, conduct, and assist in the execution of engineering projects.
• Coordinate with technical support personnel for assigned projects.
• Analyze, develop, recommend and implement approaches to meet requirements.
• Evaluate component suppliers and vendor capabilities.
• Provide leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Assist with problematic repairs of Line Replaceable Units (LRU's).
• Provide engineering assistance to restore operational systems.
• Support the Engineering team in managing and executing engineering processes to ensure continuity across the SFRC.
• Provide support for launch operations as required.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in technical writing for development of technical reports, white papers and other technical support documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Aptitude to learn new concepts and technologies rapidly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Dedication to delivering quality work and achieving outstanding customer results.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Minimum Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or similar field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related technical field.
• Proficient with digital interface design to include familiarization with interface modules, cable/wire types and connector systems.
• Fundamental knowledge of hardware systems integration and testing practices.
• Proficient in reading, understanding, creating or modifying wire diagrams, schematics and mechanical drawings using CAD or other drawing packages.
• Proficient in use of specialized test equipment including but not limited to VOMs, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Familiarization with computer systems including single-board (SBCs), servers, and workstations.
• Familiarization with the Linux and Windows Operating systems.
• Flexibility to work occasional non-standard hours or weekends to support mission requirements.
• Though this position does not require frequent travel, the ability to travel is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with Telemetry data receiving and processing hardware.
• Experience with Telemetry RF receiving components used in telemetry receiving antennas.
• Experience in the configuring of Ethernet switches and network protocols.
• Familiarity with any aspect of the systems engineering lifecycle.
• Familiarization with the Linux and Windows Operating systems.
• Previous Range operations support experience.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual starting salary for this position is between $90,000 or $95,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Compensation Details:

$90,000 - $95,000 annually

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:

10/14/2026 - 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.

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