Junior RF Engineer

Amentum; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Junior Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer in Dahlgren, VA to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center. The role includes performing RF testing, evaluations, and RF modeling.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and one year of relevant experience, including proficiency in MATLAB. The compensation ranges from $80,000 to $100,000 with benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Requires one year of experience in RF / microwave testing.
• Must have an Active SECRET US Government Clearance.
• Preferred Electrical Engineering degree with focus on RF.

Responsibilities

• Perform RF Test, Evaluation, Integration for US Navy systems.
• Develop test plans and conduct RF testing.
• Analyze data and prepare test reports.

Skills

Experience in RF / microwave test and evaluation

Familiarity with MATLAB and RF modeling/simulation

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline

Job description

The Junior Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer will perform RF Test, Evaluation, Integration, and configuration evaluations of US Navy warfare systems in support of the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Electromagnetic Effects Division (B50).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Will provide B30 RF Engineering Support by performing:
• Environmental Electromagnetic Effects (E3) Computation and RF Modeling and Simulation;
• Perform analyses of Electronic Warfare (EW), communication, and radar systems
• Develop detailed test plans; participate in test planning meetings and test readiness reviews; perform RF / E3 testing
• Gather, reduce / post process, and analyze resulting data
• Prepare and publish detailed test reports; review technical documentation; and contribute to technical meeting support

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.
• One (1) year of experience in theoretical and practical aspects of RF / microwave test and evaluation.
• Experience with MATLAB and RF modeling/simulation software applications.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Project, etc.).
• Must have an Active SECRET US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain SECRET Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering degree with focus on RF / microwave / antenna engineering
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following specific areas: RF Engineering and analysis; E3 / Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) / Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC); RF Computation and simulation.

Compensation Details:

US: $80,000 to $100,000

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:

04/28/2026 - 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.

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