Amentum

Entry Level Acquisition Support Specialist

Amentum  •  Arlington, TX (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

This position is contingent upon the identification of a candidate whose expertise meets our strategic needs, at which point a dedicated, funded opening will be established. We are proactively seeking a standout professional for whom we will finalize a formal role.

Amentum is seeking an entry-level Acquisition Support Specialist to provide dedicated acquisition contract management support to the Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) for Munitions PMX-311 Terminal Defense Systems (TDS) (previously PEO IWS 11) Program Office. PAE Munitions PMX-311 is comprised of the Close-In Weapon System (CIWS), Directed Energy, Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS), Gun Weapon Systems (GWS), and the international cooperative Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) program with Germany. We are looking for qualified individuals to provide day-to-day support to the Program’s Acquisition Team in the planning, execution, and support of Team contractual actions for the RAM and CIWS programs.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the development, review, and processing of acquisition documentation, generation of briefings, coordination of actions and support of program meetings

  • Support senior staff in the development of Procurement Requests utilizing the NAVAIR Acquisition Management System (AMS) Suite of tools including development of Statements of Work (SOWs), contract Sections B through L, Security documents and Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)

  • Work with the Program Office acquisition staff and Contracting Officer to track acquisition milestones and to resolve contract development/execution issues

  • Support the set-up and execution of Acquisition team meetings from agenda and presentation development to recording of minutes and action items

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and demonstrated general professional work experience

  • Proficient in the use of technical applications including excellent written and oral communication skills and experience with MS Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft application

  • Good organizational skills and the ability to perform detail-oriented work

  • Ability to obtain an active DoD Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain.

  • Ability to travel <10%

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least one year experience in Contract Management support with government programs

  • Current Secret US Government Clearance

Compensation Details:

$50,000 - $70,000

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:

08/25/2026 - 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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About Amentum

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Chantilly, Virginia
Year Founded
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