Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative solutions, supporting critical missions across defense, intelligence, energy, and civilian sectors. Our people are our competitive advantage, driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and communities.

We are seeking an Electrical / Controls Designer to join Amentum’s Advanced Solutions Group. Candidates may be based at either our Tullahoma, TN or Farmington Hills, MI office.

Our Advanced Solutions Group delivers the design, construction, and operation of unique and complex research and development facilities across the nuclear, automotive, motorsports, defense, and aerospace industries. Our team has supported an impressive range of clients, including Audi, Boeing, BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda, General Motors, NASA, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Energy, Volkswagen, and organizations throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Essential Responsibilities:

The Electrical / Controls Designer will work within a multidisciplinary project team to develop custom design solutions that meet unique customer requirements. Projects may include wind tunnel equipment, rocket and jet engine test stands, automotive test cells, and other unique test facilities and systems.

• Design control cabinets and hardware.
• Develop wiring diagrams.
• Create 3D models of conduit and instruments.
• Support other electrical and controls-related designs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to develop custom solutions that meet customer requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• US citizenship is required to comply with government customer requirements and/or applicable government regulations.
• Technical school training certification or one (1) year of college with coursework relevant to drafting or engineering principles, plus a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience; additional relevant education or work experience may be substituted for the required experience.
• Demonstrated experience using 2D and 3D CAD software (Autodesk Electrical preferred).
• Knowledge of electrical and hardware components, including I/O modules, terminal blocks, control cabinets, and wiring diagrams.

Description of Work Environment:

• Work will mainly be performed in an inside-office environment.
• Some travel may be required (5-10%).

Compensation Details:

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:

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.