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Paralegal
full-timeUnited States

Summary

Location

United States

Type

full-time

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About this role

The Paralegal/Legal Assistant I works under close supervision with required assistance readily available.  Persons in this position typically perform the following:

  • Consult prescribed sources of information for facts relating to matters of  interest to the program;
  • File a variety of documents including nondisclosure orders; search warrants with sealing orders; and 6e notices, amendments, and compliance to the courthouse for grand jury read-ins;
  • Review documents to extract selected data and information relating to  specific items;
  • Compile subpoena packets;
  • Review and summarize information in prescribed format on case  precedent and decisions;
  • Docket calendar deadlines, status conferences, and arraignments for assigned AUSA's;
  • Search and extract legal references in libraries and computer-data banks;
  • Attend hearings or court appearances to become informed on administrative and/or court procedures and the status of cases, and where necessary, assist in the presentation of charts and other visual information.

Qualifications:

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain MRPT facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for MRPT facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
  • Requires paralegal certificate, or currently attending an ABA-accredited law school, having completed at least one year of study.  One year of legal training or legal experience or at least two years of college education may be substituted for the paralegal certificate.
  •  Additionally, at least one year of litigation paralegal experience or project experience (as related to the task order) is required; trial experience very helpful
  • Automated litigation support experience valued. Must have basic legal knowledge, including knowledge of standard legal citation to cite check legal motions and memorandum and must have sufficient experience with legal research tools such as LEXIS and Westlaw to perform basic legal research. 
  • Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, thorough knowledge and hands-on familiarity with a variety of computer applications, including word processing, databases (such as document review and file management systems), spreadsheets, imaging, and hardware systems.  
  • Role also requires basic familiarity with ESI tools and knowledge of eDiscovery procedures and resources.
  • Ability to consistently deliver highest quality work under extreme pressure will be very important.    

*Employees will earn H&W dollars per eligible hour (including vacation and holiday up to 40 hours/week). H&W monies are used to offset the employer’s cost of benefits the employee elects into and/or utilizes. Any remaining health and welfare monies after all applicable deductions would be cashed out to the employee on a 1 pay period lag.  

       

Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

       

Compensation Details:

21.49

       

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:

01/26/2026 - 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.

Other facts

Tech stack
Paralegal Certificate,Legal Research,Legal Writing,Document Review,Litigation Support,Communication Skills,Computer Applications,EDiscovery Procedures,Legal Citation,Trial Experience,Data Extraction,Subpoena Compilation,Calendar Management,Court Procedures,Automated Litigation Support,Basic Legal Knowledge

About Amentum

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. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • The Paralegal/Legal Assistant I will perform tasks such as filing documents, reviewing and summarizing information, and attending court appearances. They will also assist in the presentation of visual information and manage deadlines for assigned AUSAs.

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What does a Paralegal do at Amentum?

As a Paralegal at Amentum, you will: the Paralegal/Legal Assistant I will perform tasks such as filing documents, reviewing and summarizing information, and attending court appearances. They will also assist in the presentation of visual information and manage deadlines for assigned AUSAs..

Why join Amentum as a Paralegal?

Amentum is a leading Defense and Space Manufacturing company.

Is the Paralegal position at Amentum remote?

The Paralegal position at Amentum is based in United States, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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