Junior Engineering Technician

Amentum is seeking a Junior RF Engineering Technician to support our Dahlgren, Virginia team in support of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Electromagnetic Effects Division.

Junior RF Engineering Technician Responsibilities Include:

• Operate and maintain equipment necessary to support Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) testing.
• Support verification testing of DoD and non-DoD developmental and operational weapon and electronic systems.
• Conduct testing to determine whether systems under evaluation meet E3 design specifications.
• Assess the ability of systems to function in their intended operational electromagnetic environment from both a safety and reliability standpoint.
• Interface and communicate directly with customers.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to support a wide variety of test events.
• Travel as required to support testing activities, up to 10% of the time.

Minimum Requirements

• One (1) year of general experience in electronics, physics, or RF systems.
• Knowledge of using one or more of the following: network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, and Time Domain Reflectometers (TDRs).
• Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain Secret Clearance.
• Candidate must maintain a valid REAL ID driver’s license, required for access to the customer site, and have access to reliable transportation, as this position may require travel between local work sites.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• On-the-job mentoring is provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training beyond high school.

       

Compensation Details:

US: 24.68

       

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:

08/14/2026 - 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.

       

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