About this opportunity
Amentum company lists this Spectrum Operations Lead — Range RF & Space Systems opportunity in main street, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Amentum is seeking a Range Systems Supervisor for the Frequency Control Analyst Center (FCAC) on the Space Force Range Contract
Typical Duties
Maintain an interference-free Radio Frequency (RF) environment
Manage and supervise five full-time frequency controllers
Provide frequency monitoring and protection through spectrum surveillance
Ensure all Western Range Emitters are properly documented and authorized to radiate
Maintain accurate documentation of conforming to Western Range Radio Frequency Spectrum System Policies and Requirements
Be knowledgeable and have an acute awareness on the technical capabilities and limitations of the Frequency Control Analyst Center and the Frequency Monitoring Station (FMS)
Stand in and serve as an Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Manager as requested by the USG customer to provide authoritative expertise advice for coordinating plans, policies, procedures and directives to achieve and maintain compatible electromagnetic spectrum for terrestrial, aeronautical and space systems.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business or technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
Five (5) or more years of prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience
Two (2) years of radio frequency or related systems experience.
DISA Spectrum XXI Course
Working knowledge of the capabilities and interconnectivity of instrumentation employed on the Western Range, preferred
Operational-level DoD spectrum management experience, especially in multi-service or multi-agency coordination
Experience with deconflicting and scheduling of radio frequency assignments and use
Strong expertise in spectrum management and wireless communicationsRadio Frequency assignments
Federal Certification of spectrum-dependent systems
Interference Resolution
Technical Analysis
Periodic review of frequency assignments
Deep understanding of RF telecommunications theory, spectrum utilization, and risk-mitigation practices
Ability to interpret and apply national, international, Air Force, Space Force, and DoD spectrum directives, policies, and standards
Ability to interpret and apply national, international, Air Force, Space Force, and DoD spectrum directives, policies, and standards
Familiarity with spectrum databases and tools, including Spectrum XXI; some related postings also value knowledge of Power BI, SharePoint, Confluence/JIRA, and similar coordination tools
Skill in analyzing impacts of RF technologies on operations, compatibility, and cost-effectiveness
Experience with spectrum certification packages, DD Form 1494, frequency assignment requests, spectrum supportability risk assessments, and International Telecommunication Union registration
Skilled at building teams with orientation towards group dynamics to create synergy with assigned personnel constantly evolving task lists, and short mission requirement timelines while balancing stringent contract requirements
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain or maintain a Secret clearance
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual starting salary for this position is between $95,000–$105,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position may be eligible for bonus or long-term incentive compensation awards.
Benefits
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually.
Compensation Details:
105,000The 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:
10/08/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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 atLabor Laws Posters .
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