Cultural Resources Specialist

General information Requisition # R67704 Locations USA-CA-Solana Beach Posting Date 05/13/2026 Security Clearance Required None Remote Type Hybrid Time Type Full time Description & Requirements Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH! MANTECH is seeking a talented and motivated Cultural Resources Specialist to join our team in supporting the preparation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation and related cultural resource management consultation requirements. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work on impactful projects for the Department of Defense (DoD). This position can be remote or based in either Honolulu, HI. , or Solana Beach, CA. Work on impactful projects for the Department of Defense (DoD), serving as a technical analyst for cultural resource-related projects, contributing to environmental compliance efforts and supporting senior staff in managing Section 106 requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist in writing cultural resource sections of NEPA documents and support the development of environmental impact analyses to ensure NEPA compliance Assist in managing Section 106 compliance requirements and the development of Memoranda of Agreement and/or Programmatic Agreements Coordinate with archaeological subcontractors for field projects, assisting in the oversight of survey plan development, data collection, field inventory, monitoring, and site mitigation Provide technical expertise to internal teams to ensure all work adheres to federal, state, and DoD standards Support project management tasks including scheduling, budgeting, and ensuring the timely delivery of reports under tight deadlines Conduct archaeological fieldwork and site visits in various environments to perform cultural resource assessments Travel within the Contiguous United States (CONUS) and Outside the Contiguous United States (OCONUS) for site visits and client meetings up to 20%-25%

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited university in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field (required to meet SOI (Secretary of Interior) Standards). 5+ years of professional experience in cultural resource management Demonstrated experience in archaeological fieldwork and monitoring Demonstrated experience in data collection and technical report writing for specialized archaeological deliverables, such as technical memorandums, monitoring reports, and treatment/discovery plans Demonstrated experience in Section 106 consultation with SHPO, Native Hawaiian Organizations, and/or Tribes Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel)

Preferred Qualifications:

3+ years' experience writing NEPA cultural resource sections Experience with GIS data collection software Experience with environmental compliance and permitting specifically for Department of Defense (DoD) projects Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment Strong initiative, attention to detail, and effective problem-solving abilities under tight deadlines

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a

Secret Security Clearance Physical Requirements:

The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations Ability to conduct site visits and fieldwork in various environments related to cultural resource assessments is also required The projected compensation range for this position is $83,300.00-$139,800.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.