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# Systems Engineer Junior

- **Company:** Amentum Services, Inc.
- **Location:** Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Microsoft Office, Requirements Management, Jama (Software), Information Technology
- **Published:** July 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9022360/systems-engineer-junior

## About the Role

* 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.

 * A bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or similar field.
 * 0-2 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related technical field.
 * 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.

 * Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or DOORS Next Generation.
 * Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo.
 * Experience with work management tools such as Jira.
 * Familiarity with any aspect of the systems engineering lifecycle (Requirements, Architecture, Test & Evaluation).
 * Previous Range operations support experience.

## Description

* Support the Systems Engineering team in managing and executing systems engineering processes to ensure continuity across the SFRC.
 * Assist in the management of LTRS requirements, including the use of requirements management tools.
 * Support the development and management of architectural documents for the LTRS architecture baselines.
 * Assist in performing architectural analysis at the system and subsystem levels, including assessing impacts to technical baselines.
 * Support the Test & Evaluation (T&E) program by assisting in the planning, execution, and reporting of T&E activities for LTRS modifications and new systems.
 * Assist in performing requirements analysis, decomposition, and allocation from the system level to the component level.
 * Support the development of acquisition documentation (e.g., SOO, SOW, PWS) and assist in Request for Proposal (RFP) development.
 * Provide support for launch operations as required.


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