About this opportunity
Amentum company lists this EMC RF Engineer opportunity in dahlgren, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Amentum is seeking an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer to perform Test, Evaluation, Integration, and configuration of U. S. Navy Command, Control, Computers, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems.
Essential Responsibilities
Developing detailed Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)/EMC test plans
Participating in EMI/EMC test planning meetings and test readiness reviews
Perform EMI/EMC testing gather, reduce, and analyze resulting data
Prepare and publish detailed EMI/EMC test reports
Review technical documentation and technical meeting support.
Minimum Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in electrical engineering with an RF focus or Physics with an emphasis in electromagnetic interference (EMI), electric field propagation, and/or electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Demonstrated experience in theoretical and practical aspects of research, development, test, engineering, or integration of Navy RF sensors and systems and with one or more of the following topside areas: E3; EMI/EMC testing; EMI problem investigation; Spectrum; EMI/EMC analysis and assessment; EMI Control and Mitigation; MATLAB programing; proficiency in use of RF equipment (spectrum analyzer, real-time spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, network analyzer, etc.).
Must have a SECRET security clearance; however, an interim clearance is acceptable to start. Note: U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
U.S. Navy Surface Ship Combat/Weapons System experience, operations, and understanding
MIL-STD-461 (Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment) practice and understanding
MIL-STD-464 (Electromagnetic Environmental Effects Requirements for Systems) practice and understanding.
Compensation Details
$80,000-$120,000
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
10/05/2026 - 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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