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Posted Apr 13, 2026

Entry Level Software Engineer/Software Tester

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Amentum is seeking engineers to join their DOD R&D technology development team. The role involves developing graphical user interfaces and software updates while supporting test events in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities - Developing graphical user interfaces for local tools with the team of users - Developing software updates using C++, Rational Team Concert, GitLab and other DevOps tools - Supporting test events through travel opportunities which vary, depending on the role assigned Skills - Bachelor's Degree (in one of these: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, Electrical Engineering, or Physics) from an accredited university - Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance (at a minimum, must receive/be approved for an interim Secret security clearance in order to start) Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance - Knowledge in definition and management of software requirements, design, code, benchmark testing, debugging, software development life-cycle, architecture, and documentation - Plans, performs, and leads software design, coding, and testing - Experience in an Agile software development environment and familiarity with Agile methodologies - Ability to Commute: to Fredericksburg, or Dahlgren, VA (1 hour south of Washington D.C.) - C++ or C# Benefits - 401k % pay per period plan, matching up to 6% of employees contributions (Roth or traditional) - Pregnancy leave up to 12 weeks - Growth opportunities - Wellness programs and Company Discounts - Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums and related expenses (HDHP, PPOs, regular HMOs, preventative medical plans). - Basic life and AD&D insurance - Leave benefits - Hybrid in-office / work from home environment - Paid time off/ 10 holidays a year - Parental leave/Bereavement Leave/Jury Duty Leave - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off and holidays - Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) - Educational reimbursement - Employee stock purchase plan - Tax-saving options - Disability and life insurance - Pet insurance Company Overview - Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Germantown, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.amentum.com/.
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