Optimization Specialist

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. 

Amentum is seeking an experienced Optimization Coordinator to support a government contract based in Kings Bay, Georgia.

Position Overview

The Optimization Coordinator serves as a key member of the Optimization Group, reporting directly to the Optimization Manager. This role focuses on developing, implementing, and sustaining creative operational solutions that enhance performance across BOS (Base Operations Support) contracts. The coordinator works closely with cross‑functional teams and engages with personnel at all levels of the contract to drive efficiency, consistency, and continuous improvement.

In addition to optimization responsibilities, this position provides operational support as needed, including supervisory assistance to ensure smooth day‑to‑day execution of contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement optimization initiatives that improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance contract performance.

• Collaborate with the Optimization Manager to identify opportunities for innovation and operational improvement.

• Create and maintain documentation, tools, and workflows that support optimization strategies across BOS contracts.

• Engage with contract leadership, supervisors, and frontline staff to ensure alignment, adoption, and sustainability of new solutions.

• Provide supervisory support to operations during peak periods, staffing shortages, or special projects.

• Monitor performance metrics and assist in analyzing data to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions.

• Support training and communication efforts to ensure teams understand new processes and expectations.

• Assist with cross‑departmental initiatives that strengthen contract performance and customer satisfaction.

• Maintain a culture of continuous improvement by promoting creativity, collaboration, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, process improvement, or project coordination within a service‑driven environment.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate challenges into actionable solutions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of engaging effectively with all levels of the organization.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, contract‑driven environment.

• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

• Proficiency with productivity and data tools (e.g., Excel, workflow software, reporting platforms).

• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

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.