Amentum
Junior RF Engineer
US-VA-Dahlgren
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- Entry level
- Stated salary
- $80,000 – $100,000 per year
- Country
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- 8 Oct 2026
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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).
Junior Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer Essential Responsibilities Include:
- Performing environmental Electromagnetic Effects (E3) Computation and RF Modeling and Simulation
- Performing analyses of Electronic Warfare (EW), communication, and radar systems
- Developing detailed test plans; participate in test planning meetings and test readiness reviews; performing RF / E3 testing
- Gathering, reducing / post processing, and analyzing result data;
- Preparing and publishing 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 a 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:
10/07/2026 - 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.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .
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