Amentum
SystemsEngineer,Expert(DeputyProgramManager)
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“Systems Engineer, Expert (Deputy Program Manager) at Amentum. Skills: AWS CLOUD modernization, Program Management, SAFe agile methodologies, government contracting. Lead a team of engineers and testers. Oversee team development of technical deliverables”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure adherence to project plans; ensure adherence to schedules; ensure adherence to security requirements; ensure systems authorization; ensure systems accreditation
Industry & Context.
strategic thinking; ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable government solutions; Excellent analytical skills; research skills
TS/SCI clearance, Ability and willingness to take poly, Office work environment, drug-free workplace, comply with company drug and alcohol policies, successful completion of the drug screening process
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Technology, or a related field, 8-10+ years of experience in government contracting, business development, strategy consulting, or innovation roles, direct exposure to federal procurement, Proven track record of contributing to successful government contract wins, strategic thinking, ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable government solutions, Knowledge of government contracting processes, vehicles, and compliance, Excellent analytical, research, and presentation skills, proposal writing, executive briefings, Adaptability in a fast-paced, regulated environment, bias toward experimentation and learning from pilots, Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills, TS/SCI clearance
Nice to Have
Master’s or MBA, Experience in high-priority sectors such as DoD or intelligence community, AWS CLOUD Practitioner certification, Certified Devops Engineer certification
What You'll Do.
Lead a team of engineers and testers
Oversee team development of technical deliverables
Facilitate status meetings
Prepare status reports
Prepare presentations
Monitor project schedules
Monitor project risks
Monitor project issues
Manage project schedules
Provide input to technical roadmap
Update technical roadmap
Promote knowledge sharing
Foster innovation within the team
Support business capture activities
Support proposal activities
Ensure adherence to project plans
Ensure adherence to schedules
Ensure adherence to security requirements
Ensure systems authorization
Ensure systems accreditation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional collaboration with Program Manager; Cross-functional collaboration with Technical Lead; Cross-functional collaboration with development teams; Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams; Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Communication Scope
Excellent presentation skills; executive briefings; Outstanding communication skills; relationship-building skills
Process & Methodology
Program Management experience, Monitor project schedules, Monitor project risks, Monitor project issues, Manage project schedules, risks, and issues, SAFe agile methodologies
Full Job Description
**Purpose and Impact:** Amentum is seeking an Expert-level Systems Engineer with Program Management experience to support its federal client in Northern VA. The ideal candidate will lead a team of engineers and testers with client AWS CLOUD modernization and integration efforts. The candidate will use their expert knowledge of SAFe agile methodologies and client software development lifecycle to ensure adherence to project plans, schedules, and security requirements for systems authorization and accreditation. **Work Schedule:** Monday-Friday 8am-4pm **Essential Responsibilities** : * Oversee team development of technical deliverables * Facilitate status meetings with team members and key stakeholders * Prepare weekly, monthly status reports, and presentations * Monitor project schedules, risks, and issues and manage accordingly * Cross-functional collaboration with Program Manager, Technical Lead and development teams * Periodically support business capture and proposal activities * Provide input and update technical roadmap as needed * Promote knowledge sharing and foster innovation within the team **Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:** Office work environment **Minimum Requirements**(Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)**:** * Strong knowledge of AWS CLOUD modernization and integration functions * Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Technology, or a related field * 8-10+ years of experience in government contracting, business development, strategy consulting, or innovation roles, with direct exposure to federal procurement. * Proven track record of contributing to successful government contract wins, especially involving innovative or non-traditional acquisition methods. * Experience in high-priority sectors such as DoD or intelligence community is strongly preferred. **Required Skills & Competencies** * Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable government solutions. * Knowledge of gove
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