Systems Engineer II

Systems Engineer II – Nuclear Projects (Denver)

Amentum is seeking a Systems Engineer II to support nuclear and other high-hazard / high-consequence projects. The Systems Engineer is responsible for requirements management, integration, and verification of client requirements across multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful delivery of complex engineering projects for the Department of Energy (DOE) and other nuclear clients. Expertise in systems engineering and cross-functional collaboration will be instrumental in influencing the success of intricate nuclear projects.

• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in developing requirements for nuclear infrastructure projects.
• Assemble and manage requirements to satisfy customers and project end goals.
• Adhere to configuration management of systems-generated deliverables.
• Communicate effectively in both written and oral forms across all levels of the project (customers, internal resources, suppliers, subcontractors, consultants, etc.).
• Interface with client stakeholders to ensure project expectations are met.
• Assist the project team and stakeholders in developing interface definitions and controls to ensure integration across engineering disciplines and with owner and third-party vendor supplied special equipment.
• Support the management of requirements in a database tool to assist in documentation, control, and verification of requirements.
• Work with the project team to ensure requirements compliance and that requirements are satisfied during project delivery. Demonstrate achievement of verification in a database tool and published reports.

• US Citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics.
• 2-5 years of Engineering experience.
• 2+ years of Systems Engineering experience preferred.
• Ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Self‑starter, able to work collaboratively with stakeholders across multiple levels and reporting lines.
• Knowledge of engineering disciplines associated with nuclear or other high-hazard / high-consequence facility infrastructure.
• Strong relationship management, facilitation, and consulting skills.
• Experience / knowledge of Engineering Design Process (control of design inputs and verification/validation of outputs).
• Experience using a comprehensive requirements management system or a particular Requirements Management Tool (e.g., Jama, DOORS, etc.).
• Experience writing and reviewing technical quality documentation.
• Experience working in safety and operational requirements from initial design to final implementation.
• Experience working in industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.

• INCOSE ASEP certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Trace Cloud requirements management tool, desired.
• Knowledge of DOE orders, standards, and guidelines for nuclear facility design preferred.

Not a remote position; in‑office presence required.

Salary: $81,500 – $102,000 annually (dependent on experience, education, and market data).

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; long‑term and short‑term disability insurance; 15 days paid time off; parental leave.

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 or benefits.

Compensation and benefits details comply with applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, military 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.