Amentum, a global advanced engineering and technology company, has been named to the list of America’s Best Companies 2026 by TIME Magazine. This recognition underscores the company's performance across employee satisfaction, financial strength, and sustainability transparency. The annual ranking is a data-driven evaluation conducted by TIME in partnership with Statista.

John Heller, Amentum chief executive officer, attributed the accolade to the commitment of the company's workforce. He stated that the recognition reflects the efforts of employees whose talent and dedication make Amentum a leader in solving complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. Heller emphasized the company's focus on integrity, purpose, and impact for clients and stakeholders.

Darren Burton, Amentum chief people officer, highlighted the company's people-first culture as a key factor in achieving this distinction. He noted that prioritizing team members is foundational to the company's success. Burton also pointed to the company's ongoing efforts to create a sustainable future through responsible business practices and governance.

About Amentum

Amentum provides advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions to the United States and its allies. The company addresses significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, Amentum employs approximately 50,000 people in more than 70 countries across all seven continents.

Amentum and Aerodyne Industries, through their joint venture ASCEND Aerospace & Technology, have been awarded NASA’s Consolidated Spaceflight Mission Operations and Systems (COSMOS) contract to support the agency's Flight Operations Directorate at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The contract will enable ASCEND to deliver critical mission operations, systems, and training solutions essential for NASA's spaceflight missions.

The joint venture was formed under the Small Business Administration’s Mentor-Protégé Program, combining Amentum's expertise in advanced engineering and technology solutions with Aerodyne Industries' capabilities. This strategic partnership aims to enhance support for NASA's operations by leveraging the strengths of both companies.

Contract Scope

Under the COSMOS contract, ASCEND will focus on providing comprehensive support to NASA's Flight Operations Directorate. The scope of work includes:

• Delivering critical mission operations solutions.
• Providing advanced systems integration.
• Conducting specialized training programs for personnel.

The agreement underscores the continued collaboration between NASA and industry partners to maintain high standards in spaceflight mission operations. The specific financial terms of the contract were not disclosed in the announcement.