Mid Level Radio Frequency Engineer

Amentum; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Mid Level Electrical/RF Engineer to perform testing, evaluation, integration, and configuration of DoD C5ISR systems in Dahlgren, Virginia.

The role emphasizes EMI/EMC planning, testing, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with engineering standards and readiness for field operations. A clearance requirement is noted, with U.S. citizenship required to obtain/maintain clearance.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering, science, or technical field from an accredited institution.
• 0–6 years of experience in engineering, CS, physics, math, or naval architecture.
• Experience in EMI/EMC, E3, RF/EMI/EMP, shipboard testing and modeling.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret U.S. Government clearance (US citizenship required).
• Preferred: 1 year experience with C5ISR systems and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• E3 computation and RF modeling and simulation.
• Analyzing EW, communications, and radar systems.
• Develop EMI/EMC test plans and reports; review documentation; support technical meetings.
• Participate in EMI/EMC test planning meetings and readiness reviews.
• EMI/EMC testing; gather, reduce, and analyze data.

Skills

E3 computation

RF modeling & simulation

EMI/EMC analysis

EMI/EMC testing

Education

B.S. in engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Mid Level Electrical/RF Engineer to perform Test, Evaluation, Integration, and configuration of DoD C5ISR systems.

Mid Electrical/RF Engineer Responsibilities Include:

• E3 Computation and RF Modeling and Simulation (M&S).

• Performing analyses of EW, communication, and radar systems.

• Developing detailed EMI/EMC test plans, test reports; review technical documentation; and technical meeting support.

• Participating in EMI/EMC test planning meetings and test readiness reviews.

• EMI/EMC testing; gather, reduce, and analyze resulting data.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s of Science (B.S.) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.

• Zero (0) to six (6) years of experience in one or more of the following, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or Naval Architecture.

• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following specific topside areas: Integrated Topside Design; EMP; E3; EMI; EMC; Computation and Modeling; EMP Testing and PCI shipboard testing; EMP Modeling and Simulation; Shipboard Electromagnetic Compatibility; EMI problem investigation, characterization, and quantification; E3 instructions, standards, policies and procedures; EMC SHIPMAIN technical assessments; EMC acquisition engineering and EMI analysis; EMI planned maintenance systems; EMC certification; USN Optimized Fleet Response Plan (O-FRP); EMI fix engineering; technical program support; CASREP EMI investigations; and EMI characterization and quantification.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain Active Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Experience:

• One (1) year of experience theoretical and practical aspects of test, evaluation, and integration related to C5ISR systems.

• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following specific areas: RF Engineering and analysis; EMI/EMC; RF Computation and simulation.

• Experience with MATLAB and modeling/simulation software applications.

• U.S. Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, and Intelligence (C5I) experience.

Compensation Details:

$80,000-$140,000

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:

10/30/2026 - 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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