Entry Level RF Engineer

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Norfolk, VA, USA
In-Office
75K-100K Annually
Junior
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Conduct RF and electromagnetic environment assessments of Navy vessels, submarines, and shore facilities. Measure and analyze electromagnetic environments, identify hazards to ordnance, personnel, and fuel, perform RADHAZ desktop analyses, conduct research, and produce technical reports and documentation. The role requires approximately 25% domestic travel, occasional international travel, and eligibility for a Secret clearance.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 $100,000

       

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:

09/17/2026 - 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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related scientific or engineering field
  • Knowledge and capability to conduct RF measurements
  • One year of general experience in electronics, physics, or RF energy
  • One year of experience conducting, analyzing, or testing electronic systems or conducting RF measurements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government clearance
  • U.S. citizenship to obtain the required Secret clearance
  • Interim Secret clearance required before start

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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18,261 Employees

What We Do

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.

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