Electronics Technician (RF Systems)

About the role

Amentum is hiring an experienced Electronics Technician in Springfield, VA, to design, fabricate, test, troubleshoot and maintain custom RF and electronic systems used in operational and laboratory settings. The role works closely with engineers, developers and government stakeholders to evaluate new technologies, run laboratory tests and build hardware solutions across the full development lifecycle, from prototype to field sustainment.

Key responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, assemble, test and troubleshoot custom RF and electronic systems, including custom RF antennas and matching networks.
• Draw schematics and multilayer PCBs with CAD tools such as Altium Designer.
• Program and debug embedded microcontrollers and controllers in C/C++, Arduino, STM32 or ESP32.
• Perform precision micro-miniature soldering and rework of SMT and through-hole assemblies to IPC standards.
• Tune, characterize and optimize RF antennas, filters, amplifiers and transceivers with spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators and oscilloscopes.
• Build and integrate RF subsystems, miniature transceivers, embedded sensors, power management circuits and supporting hardware.
• Maintain the electronics laboratory, including calibration, inventory, equipment upkeep and safety.
• Produce technical documentation and support system integration, field testing and deployment.

Required profile

• Active Top Secret US Government clearance with SCI eligibility (US citizenship required).
• At least 4 years of experience in electronics, RF systems or electrical engineering support; 6+ years preferred.
• Experience with RF antenna design, PCB design, embedded firmware and RF subsystem integration.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Non-remote, full-time onsite position in Springfield, VA, 40 hours per week, with possible weekend/holiday shifts and up to 25% regular travel; deployable worldwide for short durations.

Required skills

• Altium Designer or equivalent CAD; SolidWorks, FeatureCam or similar mechanical CAD preferred.
• Spectrum analyzer, VNA, oscilloscope and signal generator operation.
• Knowledge of RF propagation, impedance matching, transmission lines and antenna measurements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365; MATLAB, Simulink and SERE Level C training preferred.

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $53-$72.50, overtime-eligible under the Service Contract Act, with possible health and welfare payments.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.