FORACS Engineer

Amentum is currently searching for a FORACS Engineer to support the NATO FORACS project in West Palm Beach, FL. The NATO FORACS project's Mission is to provide NATO maritime forces with the opportunity to undergo comprehensive calibration of sensor, weapon, combat, communication and navigation systems​to clearly defined accuracy and performance standards. The project operates under the umbrella of the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC). AUTEC supports Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), and Fleet readiness assessment and training. AUTEC is a Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport's largest single team project, providing both deep and shallow water test and training environments. The FORACS Electronics Engineer is responsible for supporting sensor accuracy testing on US and NATO surface ships, submarines, and helicopters for the AUTEC Project. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Support testing of installed sensor on surface ships, submarines and helicopters.
• Prepare equipment and board test vessels as scheduled. 
• Interact with shipboard personnel to achieve goals of the designated test. 
• Monitor shipboard and NFA personnel in equipment setup and operation to ensure quality of data collection. 
• Analyze data and produce reports in a timely manner to designated recipients.
• Monitors shipboard personnel in equipment setup and operation to ensure quality of data collection. 
• Supervises the operation of acoustic target generation systems, radar transponders and EW simulator systems in a real-time test environment.
• Ensures validity of data against data collection standards.
• Installs, configures and operates computer network to support real time data collection.
• Support engineering changes, prepare documentation, perform equipment modifications, and install and test new equipment.
• Conduct special studies and prepare technical report regarding equipment performance and improvement.
• Interfaces with naval officers and enlisted personnel to achieve goals of the designated test. 
• Participates in the development of specifications for new equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

• Four years (4) of experience supporting Research, Development, Testing and Evaluation, or similar programs.

• U.S. Navy surface ship, submarine, and helicopter navigation and target sensor systems knowledge highly desirable.
• Familiarity with naval shipboard operations, terminology, customs, traditions, and protocol. 
• Knowledge of acoustics theory, RF propagation theory, GPS tracking systems and computer networking. 
• Knowledge of U.S. Navy surface ship, submarine and helicopter navigation and target sensor systems.
• Microsoft Office - expert skill level, including Word and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license and passport will be required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

       

Compensation Details:

$98,000

       

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:

06/16/2026 - 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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