Integration Engineer Junior

PAE Government Services Inc.; Nebraska; On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Junior Engineer (LSE) to join the Integration Engineering department responsible for LTRS subsystems and ensuring alignment with SFRC requirements. You will work under senior staff to track risks, manage DMSMS cases, and assist in developing acquisition documentation and RFP support.

This role supports lifecycle management, spend planning, and transition of third-party developer systems into SFRC OM&S, with opportunities to contribute to risk management boards and government

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, MIS or related STEM field.
• 0–2 years of systems engineering experience (Requirements, Test, Specialty Engineering, Project Integration, Subsystem Lifecycle Management, or Systems Architecture) or related field.
• Fundamental knowledge of the engineering lifecycle and systems engineering processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist as Junior Engineer (LSE) for LTRS subsystem(s) under senior staff.
• Help develop out-year spend plans and data for Government funding inputs.
• Support integration from contract award through transition of TPD systems into SFRC OM&S baseline.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Learning agility

MS Office familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Cameo MBSE

Job description

Company Overview:

Amentum/Space Force Range Contract (SFRC) operates, maintains, and sustains mission-critical systems that comprise the Launch Test Range System (LTRS) in support of the launch, test, and track of DoD, civil, commercial, and international space lift vehicles. The Engineering Department performs sustainment and modernization tasks in support of SFRC requirements. This position will support the Integration Engineering department, which includes Lead Systems Engineering over subsystems and Project Integration.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as a Junior Engineer (LSE) for assigned LTRS subsystem(s) under the guidance of senior staff, assisting with the tracking and management of risks, subsystem anomalies, and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) cases.
• Assist in developing out-year plans (spend plans) and compiling data for Government funding inputs to address subsystem needs.
• Provide project integration support from contract award through the final transition of Third-Party Developer (TPD) systems into the SFRC OM&S baseline.
• Support the development of acquisition documentation (e.g., SOO, SOW, PWS) for TPD procurements and assist in Request for Proposal (RFP) development.
• Assist in defining and writing requirements for TPD contracts based on capabilities and operating concepts in support of SLD30.
• Participate in coordination efforts with Government customers and internal SFRC stakeholders.
• Support risk management activities by helping identify and assess subsystem and LTRS risks.
• Support LTRS Risk Management Working Groups and Risk and Opportunity Management Boards (ROMBs).
• Assist in overseeing the transition and integration of new or modified systems to ensure they meet SFRC OM&S standards.
• Support the execution of systems engineering processes to ensure continuity across the SFRC.
• Assist in developing training tools and documentation for transitioning systems.

Required Skills:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills for system design and testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder interaction.
• Effective time management and organizational skills to handle competing priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Aptitude for rapidly learning new concepts, technologies, and integration processes.
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and the Microsoft Office suite.

Required Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related STEM field.
• 0–2 years of systems engineering experience (Requirements, Test, Specialty Engineering, Project Integration, Subsystem Lifecycle Management, or Systems Architecture) or a related field.
• Fundamental knowledge of the engineering lifecycle and systems engineering processes.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous internship or academic project experience in systems integration or aerospace/defense.
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., Cameo).
• Project Management experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• 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.

Compensation Details:

The annual starting salary for this position is between $75,000–$80,000 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: 80,000 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.

• 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:

Original Posting: 10/27/2026 - 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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For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters is in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/