Entry Level Electrical/RF Engineer

Job Overview RF Test Engineer to support advanced laboratory and test event operations at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD). The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in EMC, EMV, and HERO testing while contributing to mission‑critical defense projects. Responsibilities Conduct EMC, EMV, and HERO testing within the NSWCDD Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Test Facilities, including anechoic chambers, reverberation chambers, and open‑air sites. Operate and maintain instrumentation and measurement systems used for E3 testing. Collect, analyze, and report data on electromagnetic environments and potential vulnerabilities. Identify and mitigate E3‑related issues such as EMI and verify corrective measures. Participate in test event preparation, coordination, and execution, including local travel to field testing locations. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure seamless test execution and support program requirements. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Physics (or equivalent four‑year specialized experience with instrumentation and measurement systems for EMC, EMV, EMI, or HERO testing). Experience using standard E3 test facilities such as anechoic chamber, reverberation chamber, and open‑air test sites. Ability to perform analyses and evaluations to predict and define E3 problems and design corrective measures. Capable of day travel to various local test sites. Must obtain and maintain an Active Secret U.S. Government Clearance. U.S. citizenship required to maintain the clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance. Compensation US: $75,000 to $95,000. Benefits 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 Equal Opportunity Employer 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, age, ancestry, U.S. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr