Observer Casual Part-Time

PAE Government Services Inc.; Bellevue Second IV Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

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 personnel for field security duties requiring adherence to privacy and OPSEC standards. The role involves interaction with the public and rigorous reporting, with an emphasis on staying calm under pressure.

A TS clearance and a valid driver's license are required, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. The position is field-based, with physical demands and potential after-hours responsibilities to ensure site security.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance required.
• Minimum 2 years in construction security surveillance, technical surveillance countermeasures, or related security fields.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• No misdemeanor or felony convictions; no disqualifying conduct.
• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. 552a, and related rules.
• Apply OPSEC principles to protect critical unclassified information.
• Interact professionally with the general public.
• Follow printed rules, orders, and training materials in assigned duties.
• Maintain poise and self-control under stress.
• Conduct Stop & Question actions in secure areas after hours as needed.
• Construct clear, concise, and accurate reports when required.

Skills

TS Clearance

Security surveillance

Counterintelligence

Report writing

English fluency

Driver's license

Stress management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities

• Shall understand, be able to apply and adhere to the principles of the Privacy Act, Title 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 552a and applicable rules and regulations.
• Shall understand, be able to apply and adhere to the principles of Operations Security (OPSEC) for identifying, controlling and protecting critical unclassified information per National Security Decision Directive Number 298 and DODD 5205.2 (series) DOD OPSEC Program Manual.
• Shall have the ability to meet and deal successfully with the general public.
• Shall understand and apply printed rules, detailed orders, instructions, and training materials to their assigned duties.
• Shall have the ability to maintain poise and self-control under stress.
• Shall have the ability to conduct “Stop & Question” of person’s found in closed and locked areas, parking lots and throughout the construction site after hours and on weekends/ holidays to ensure no criminal activity has or is taking place.
• Shall have the ability to construct and write clear, concise, and accurate detailed reports if needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Active TS Clearance
• At least 2 years’ experience in at least one of the following areas of expertise: Construction security surveillance, Technical Surveillance Countermeasures, Industrial or Government security involving counterintelligence, construction quality assurance, or hands on supervisory construction experience.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license or permit
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Shall not have any misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude, acts of dishonesty, assault or battery or felony convictions, nor receive any while employed in this position.
• Must be able to fluently read, write and speak English.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: This is an in-the field position, with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs, frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, stooping, climbing, crawling, jumping, occasional running or sprinting, capable of hearing ordinary conversation at 15 feet with either ear or without benefit of a hearing aid, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

Additional Requirements: Physical examination required within 35 days before assignment to duty. If needed, shall be able to obtain (within 30 days) any required specialty license for operating equipment or vehicles on site if needed for special circumstances or situations.

Testifying: If applicable, the contractor shall fully cooperate, as required, to testify or submit statements in administrative and criminal legal proceedings. Amentum personnel called upon to testify for the Government on any matter relating to their work under this contract, shall do so in a duty status.

Compensation Details

23.90 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.

EEO / Diversity Statement

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Thank you for continued interest in employment with Amentum.

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 are in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/