Are you looking for an exciting, innovative company with over 100 years of excellence and commitment to ethical business? Amentum is a trusted partner to United States government agencies, allied governments, and corporations worldwide supporting critical programs across a broad range of domains. We are looking for an Entry-Level Electrical Component Test Engineer.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Perform design, development, and review tasks with close supervision.
- Design, development, and simulation of test circuits for characterization and evaluation of microelectronic components.
- Design and development of printed circuit boards.
- Design and development of automated test programs.
- Data collection on test components and data reviews performed by others.
- Complete portions or sections of analysis and design reviews.
- Assist in the preparation of reports and correspondence.
- Track and maintain project development status.
- Develop, maintain and produce technical documentation and system/subsystem specifications.
- Interface with customers in design reviews and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications.
- Verify and comply with engineering documentation standards and test procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and relevant experience or understanding of microelectronics and / or electronic components
- Experience with lab test equipment such as oscilloscopes, meters, and analyzers
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Motivated and creative with the ability to work effectively across several different functional areas in a collaborative environment
- Well organized and able to handle multiple projects
- Ability to be a team player and receive mentoring from senior engineers and leadership
- Aptitude for solving technical problems and creating customer solutions
- Understanding of concepts, theories, and methods related to the composition, structure, and properties of microelectronics
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance (Note: U.S. Citizenship Required to obtain a security clearance) - Interim Clearance required to start
Preferred Qualifications:
- Microelectronic component test experience
- SCALE program affiliate
- Knowledge of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools such as Altium, Eagle, LTSPICE, etc.
- Some programming experience with Python, C, C++, VisualBasic, git, or Labview.
- Basic analog or design knowledge of circuit boards or ASICs.
- Understanding of noise and repeatable test measurements.
- Knowledge and understanding of microelectronic fabrication processes and techniques.
Compensation Details:
$70,000-110,000 annually
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:
09/02/2026 - 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
- Relevant experience or understanding of microelectronics and/or electronic components
- Experience with laboratory test equipment, including oscilloscopes, meters, and analyzers
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively across multiple functional areas in a collaborative environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects and remain organized
- Ability to work as a team player and receive mentoring
- Ability to solve technical problems and create customer solutions
- Understanding of microelectronics composition, structure, and properties
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance
- U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
- Interim clearance required to start
- Microelectronic component test experience
- SCALE program affiliate
- Knowledge of EDA tools such as Altium, Eagle, or LTspice
- Programming experience with Python, C, C++, Visual Basic, Git, or LabVIEW
- Basic analog or circuit-board or ASIC design knowledge
- Understanding of noise and repeatable test measurements
- Knowledge of microelectronic fabrication processes and techniques
Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.
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Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.
