Junior Electrical Engineer - EMC​/EMP

Overview

Amentum is seeking a highly motivated and talented Junior Electrical Engineer to support Electromagnetic Environmental Effects.

• Works with the pulser team in both an indoor and outdoor lab environment, to prepare and execute test activities
• Supports MIL-STD-3023 High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse testing for various military aircraft, weapons and communication systems
• Builds, operates and troubleshoots electromagnetic pulse simulators, high voltage/high current equipment and specialized components
• Calibrates, maintains and organizes specialized test equipment
• Researches and develops current electromagnetic pulse simulators/subsystems to improve reliability/performance
• Interacts/Coordinates with customers, contractors, subcontractors, technical leads, program managers, supervisors and executive supervisors to perform roles and responsibilities

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or other field with experience in pulsed power engineering, applied electromagnetics or high energy physics
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Clearance.
  
  Note:
  
  US Citizenship is required to obtain a Clearance.

• Experience performing magnetic/electrical field analysis of pulse forming networks using field sensors, fiber optics, oscilloscopes and signal processing software
• Familiarity with engineering design tools such as MATLAB, LABVIEW, CAD software (AutoCAD or Solidworks), Circuit Modeling software (Pspice or equivalent)
• Knowledge of pulse forming networks involving high voltage pulsed power supplies and fast switching devices from a theoretical or practical standpoint
• Knowledge of analog and digital technologies
• Knowledge of the practical use of RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, VNA's, etc.)

$50,000 to $65,000

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.

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.

02/06/2026 - 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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