Radio Frequency Engineer
Amentum
Radio Frequency Engineer
Amentum
Government engineering and technical services provider
Amentum is seeking an RF Engineer to join our team providing technical and engineering support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Norfolk, VA.
Radio Frequency Engineer Responsibilities Include:
Conducting 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 our RADHAZ Survey Team.
Traveling worldwide to measure EMEs, analyze data, conduct research, and develop technical reports that provide operational guidance for Fleet personnel.
Conducting RADHAZ desk top analysis and develop, maintain, and produce technical documentation.
Minimum Qualifications and experience:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a scientific or engineering field such as Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Physics Demonstrate knowledge and capability to conduct RF measurements.
One year of general Experience in electronics, physics, or RF energy.
Average 25% CONUS travel and occasional OCONUS travel.
One year experience with conducting, analyzing, or testing electronic systems testing or conducting RF measurements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance. (Must have at minimum, an interim Secret level security clearance, prior to start)
Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.
Compensation Details:
Compensation US: $75,000 to $100,000The 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:
09/17/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
Amentum provides technical and engineering services to government agencies to support high-stakes missions such as space launch, nuclear cleanup, and military operations. Its offerings combine workforce, engineering, and mission-support capabilities across the full lifecycle—from planning and design to operations and sustainment—delivered as contracted services. The company differentiates itself through scale and breadth: formed from a spin-off and expanded by acquiring DynCorp and PAE, and later merging with Jacobs’ Critical Mission Solutions and Cyber & Intelligence units, making it one of the largest government services contractors with about 53,000 employees and a public listing (AMTM). Its main goal is to help the U.S. and its allies achieve mission success for critical national programs by providing comprehensive, reliable government-focused technical services.
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