RF Engineer
Company websiteamentum.com (Amentum, opens in new tab)
Base salary $110K to $135K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Dahlgren, VA
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- LocationDahlgren, VA
- WorkplaceOn-site
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Job Description
Amentum is seeking an E3 RF Engineer to perform Test, Evaluation, Integration, and configuration of C5ISR systems.
Responsibilities:
E3 Computation and RF Modeling and Simulation
Develop detailed EMI/EMC test plans
Participate 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:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.
Six (6) years of experience in one or more of the following, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or Naval Architecture.
Four (4) years of experience in experience in theoretical and practical aspects of Research, Development, Test, Engineering, or Integration related to warfare systems or electronic systems.
Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following specific topside areas: RF and Microwave Engineering; EMP; E3; EMI/EMC; E3 Computation and RF Simulation; E3/EMI/EMC/PCI Testing; Defense Acquisition Engineering; EMI problem investigation; E3 instructions, standards, policies and procedures; Spectrum, EMC, or RADHAZ Certification; EMI/EMC analysis and assessment; EMI Planned Maintenance System (PMS); USN Optimized Fleet Response Plan (O-FRP); EMI Control and Mitigation; EMI Control or Measure Drawings.
Must be able have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.
Compensation Details:
US: $110,000 to $135,000The 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:
07/30/2026 - Until FilledAmentum 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.
Source: Amentum on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($110,000) is above 9% of the 138 Engineering (non-software) roles in Virginia listed on this site; 1 other lists the same floor. Their median floor is $120,400; the middle half runs from $111,300 to $136,600.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingRF Engineer$110K to $135K
Network and Systems Engineer III – IT Solutions Implementor$110K to $132K
Logistician 2$110K to $155K
Senior Mechanical Engineer$110K to $160K
Sr. Computer Engineer ISSO$110K to $150K
Senior System Analyst$110K to $123K
Senior Dissemination Analyst – Team Lead$110K to $119K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| RF Engineer (this listing) | $110K - $135K |
| Network and Systems Engineer III – IT Solutions Implementor | $110K - $132K |
| Logistician 2 | $110K - $155K |
| Senior Mechanical Engineer | $110K - $160K |
| Sr. Computer Engineer ISSO | $110K - $150K |
| Senior System Analyst | $110K - $123K |
| Senior Dissemination Analyst – Team Lead | $110K - $119K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-07-30
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US-VA-Dahlgren
US: $110,000 to $135,000
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What we verified
- The pay figures come from the employer's own listing, quoted exactly above.
- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
We do not verify what the employer will actually offer, whether the employer is still recruiting for the role, or anything beyond what the employer published. Full methodology.
