DARPA – Biological Technologies Office (BTO) Robotics Engineer Support

DARPA – Biological Technologies Office (BTO) Robotics Engineer Support

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering, scientific, and program management support services to some of the top agencies in the government, including the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and the intelligence community.

DARPA’s Biological Technologies Office (BTO) leverages biological properties and processes to revolutionize our nation’s ability to protect its warfighters. BTO harnesses advances in AI and ML to create new opportunities for transformative science across the biological spectrum. The office develops diagnostic and assessment systems to identify chemical and biological threats, medical countermeasures, and novel approaches to tactical care and warfighter performance and recovery on and off the battlefield. BTO also leverages biological processes, technologies, and manufacturing opportunities to create resilient infrastructures and supply chains, protective solutions, and innovative sensors to ensure mission success in any location. Additional information on BTO is available here :

• Please note, positions are contingent upon award

Amentum is seeking an experienced professional to support BTO as a Robotics Engineer / Scientist on a program focused on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC). This position will be part of a Government Program Manager’s (PM’s) multi-disciplinary Scientific, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) support team, and will involve developing innovative program concepts over iterations that incorporate feedback from peers and leadership. You will collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) in medicine and machine learning to deliver advanced autonomous technologies to field operators, such as combat medics and surgeons, to improve warfighter mortality rates. This role requires a skilled engineer with experience designing, training, prototyping, and testing autonomous robotic systems across air, land, and sea applications.

Responsibilities May Include :

Minimum Requirements :

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearancePlease note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Highly Desired Attributes :

Active Top Secret security clearancePlease note US citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance

Amentum is a highly ethical, safety conscious employer with caring leaders and competitive total compensation. We offer multiple health care options so you can select the one that suits your needs. Our 401K requires no vesting periods for company matching funds. You’ll receive 10 federal holidays that can easily be adjusted to your beliefs.

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