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Amentum is seeking a highly motivated Junior DevSecOps Engineer to support Naval programs in Dahlgren, VA, contributing to the development, integration, testing, and deployment of advanced software supporting DoD weapon and sensor systems.

In this role, the engineer will work as part of a cross-functional team delivering mission-critical capabilities through modern software engineering practices, including Agile, Scrum, and DevSecOps.

Junior DevSecOps Engineer Essential Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and validate software solutions using languages such as C/C++, Java, and Python.
  • Participate in the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through deployment and sustainment.
  • Collaborate with government and industry partners to advance system functionality, support modernization initiatives, and ensure alignment with established technical baselines.
  • Utilize Git, Jira, static code analysis tools, and CI/CD pipelines to maintain high-quality, secure, and reliable software products.
  • Support technical discussions and engineering staff, program managers, and customers regarding technical concepts, system impacts, and progress updates.
  • Support system test activities, including reviewing test procedures, participating in Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), contributing to integration events, and engaging in post-test assessments.
  • Participate in test, integration, and defect management activities.
  • Collaborate with the Test Support team throughout the broader system test lifecycle by reviewing test procedures, representing subsystem readiness at Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), and participating in joint post-test “hotwashes.”
  • Contribute innovative solutions to complex mission challenges.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while meeting program goals, schedules, and quality expectations.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.
  • In addition to the degree, one of the following:Two (2) years of demonstrated knowledge and subject-matter expertise relevant to specific technical disciplines, including the qualifications below; OR U.S. Naval operational experience in a combat systems rate at the E5 level or higher.
  • Software and Systems Engineering experience with a Maritime or Land Based weapons control or C2 system program, including:Experience related to design, planning, analysis, research, testing, or documentation of complex systems throughout the complete engineering lifecycle. Experience with Navy Surface or Subsurface weapons control or Land Based C2 systems. Expertise and understanding of developing Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), Interface Change Requests (ICD), Interface Design Specifications (IDS), Weapon Specifications (WS), and other system design/system integration documents. Demonstrated experience with weapon and combat system certification processes and requirements, specifically self-certification criteria for elements of the Aegis Warfare System Core Technical Competencies Requirements Design. Software Engineering in the Naval domain using C/C++ to include automated code reviews. Maintenance of a DevSecOps pipeline, including the use and adjustment of GitLab integrations with Jenkins and static code analysis tools.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government security clearance; an interim Secret clearance is required to start. (Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance.)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with IBM DOORS for requirements management.
  • Experience with Atlassian JIRA for Agile tracking.
  • Previous experience working within the Navy Warfare Center enterprise, such as NUWC, NIWC, or NSWC.
  • Experience interacting with Navy Technical Authorities.
  • Experience working specifically with Strike Weapons, Fire Control Systems, Aerospace Design, Software, and Systems Safety.

Compensation Details:

90000 - 120000

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:

10/23/2026 - 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.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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