DARPA Programmatic and Experimentation Support SETA

Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in research execution aligned with national security and complex enabling organizational networks.

• Support experimentation, pilots, or applied research efforts related to networks, systems, or operational environments.

• Support testing efforts, including preparation of experiment/test plans and coordination with teammates, customers and stakeholders.

• Provide program management and acquisition support.

• Perform independent technical assessments of new technologies and system designs, including evaluation of alternatives, trade studies, and cost-benefit analyses.

• Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy, engineering, international affairs, data science, or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience.

• Demonstrated experience supporting multidisciplinary research efforts in one or more of the following areas cost and economic analysis, manufacturing systems and supply chain resilience, complex adaptive systems modelling.

• Ability to provide practical and creative solutions in a dynamic work environment, while working effectively with a team.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a rapidly evolving environment.  

• Must have an Active US Government TS/SCI Clearance. Please note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Government TS/SCI Clearance.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD.

• Knowledge of industrial mobilization, resilience under protracted conflict, infrastructure and logistics resilience, and a demonstrated understanding of the intersection of economics, policy, and national security.

• Military and/or Government program support experience.

• Ability to quickly identify and resolve program execution risks, mitigations, and issues.

• Candidates should be self-starters capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $150K-$195k annually (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

       

Compensation Details:

$150,000 - $195,000

       

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. 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:

02/18/2026 - 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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