Special Projects Manager

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US-FL-Palm Beach Until 9/14/2026 10+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
Job description

Amentum is seeking a Special Projects Manager in West Palm Beach, Florida to work as part of a close-knit team, as well as independently, to accomplish a range of functions as you support AUTEC. The Special Projects Manager will operate in a matrixed structure, coordinating and reporting to multiple managers in order to manage personnel security clearances, coordinate overseas deployments (OCONUS), and maintain strict document control for work produced under the AUTEC contract. This role includes overseeing training initiatives and managing the work of an administrative assistant to ensure smooth daily facility operations. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Key Responsibilities: The following will be the primary responsibilities of this position.  Secondary or related roles and responsibilities could be assigned as needed.

  • Personnel Security
    • Perform all facets of the Personnel Security Program, providing guidance and processing for Secret clearances and eligibility. This includes, but not limited to, pre-screening background investigative support services for Tier 1 through Tier 5 investigations, conducting security briefings, obtaining non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and managing other personnel security actions.
    • Provide comprehensive program security support for program managers and other personnel, offering classification guidance, managing incoming and outgoing visit certifications, facilitating foreign travel reporting, and assisting with proposal development.
    • Other security duties as assigned by the FSO.
  • OCONUS Deployment
    • Assist new employees with OCONUS travel, book domestic and international travel arrangements as needed and perform travel expense reconciliations and understand all deployment requirements for workforce and assist them with transition to/from OCONUS location.
    • Act as point-of-contact for travel arrangements/expense reports for mass evacuations due to hurricane or other events.
    • Other deployment/travel duties as assigned by HR.
  • Operations Support
    • Assist with formatting, tracking, logging, and controlling all standard operating procedures (SOPs/SPs) produced under the contract.
    • Other related program support as assigned by the Enterprise Ops Manager.

Required Qualifications:

  • Current or ability to obtain a SECRET clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline or field OR 10 years related experience.
  • Knowledge of Federal personnel security principles, concepts, and methodologies.
  • Knowledge of Federal Travel Regulations and agency travel systems.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Visio.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting DoD Personnel Security functions, CAC issuance, DD254s, and related matters.
  • Knowledge of Federal personnel security principles, concepts, and methodologies.
  • Possession of excellent problem-solving, communication, organizational, and time management skills.

       

Compensation Details:

$70,000

       

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:

07/15/2026 - Until Filled

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.

About this role

Summary

Manage personnel security, deployments, and operational support for AUTEC contract.

Job title

Special Projects Manager

Experience level

10+ years or related discipline

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

defense

Location requirements

In West Palm Beach, FL; remote work not specified.

Salary

$70k+

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

personnel securityfederal travel regulationsMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

DoD personnel security supportproblem-solvingcommunicationorganizationtime management

Specializations

security clearancesdeploymentoperations support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Palm Beach, FL, USA

Work arrangement unknown City