RADHAZ Survey / RF Engineer

Amentum; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off 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 Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to join our team supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Norfolk, Virginia. You will conduct RF/EME assessments and support RADHAZ surveys on DoD vessels and shore facilities, traveling to measurement sites worldwide as needed.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, plus the ability to travel up to 25% CONUS with occasional OCONUS assignments and the ability to obtain a Secret

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Physics.
• Experience or capability to conduct RF measurements.
• Travel up to 25% CONUS with occasional OCONUS travel.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance (Interim Secret to start).
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EME and RF assessments of DoD surface vessels, submarines, and shore facilities for hazards to ordnance, personnel, and fuel.
• Travel worldwide to measure EMEs, analyze data, and develop technical reports for Fleet personnel.
• Conduct RADHAZ desktop analysis.
• Develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation.

Skills

RF measurements

EME analysis

Travel readiness

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Physics

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to join our team providing technical and engineering support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Norfolk, Virginia.

Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct Electromagnetic Environment (EME) and Radio Frequency (RF) assessments of DoD surface vessels, submarines, and shore facilities for hazards to ordnance, personnel, and fuel as part of the RADHAZ Survey Team.
• Travel worldwide to measure Electromagnetic Environments (EMEs), analyze data, conduct research, and develop technical reports that provide operational guidance for Fleet personnel.
• Conduct RADHAZ desktop analysis.
• Develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a scientific or engineering field, such as Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Physics.
• Demonstrated knowledge and capability to conduct RF measurements.
• One (1) year of general experience in electronics, physics, or RF energy.
• One (1) year of experience conducting, analyzing, or testing electronic systems or conducting RF measurements.
• Ability to travel an average of 25% CONUS, with occasional OCONUS travel.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance. (At a minimum, must receive/be approved for an Interim Secret security clearance in order to start.) Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation Details:

$70K to $85K

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:

08/31/2026 - 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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