EMC RF Engineer

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.

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