Job description

Amentum is currently searching for a Component Test Engineer to support high-profile DoD programs at NSWC Crane. This position involves developing and maintaining test procedures and test fixtures of electronic components such as resistors, transistors, transformers, and integrated circuits. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Develop electrical tests for validation against component specifications. Collaborate with environmental and radiation test teams to complete component characterization and testing. Work with Configuration Management and Quality teams to manage releases and revisions of test fixtures, software, and test procedures. Perform characterization of newly designed components to verify operation to design requirements. Train engineers and operators to correctly perform testing of components. Review test data and reports prior to being provided to customers. Maintain existing fixtures, software, and test procedures Migrate tests to new equipment and systems, as needed. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or related technical field. Experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and impedance analyzers. Experience with troubleshooting and debug of electronic test circuits. Experience with electronic component testing and characterization. Ability to travel nationwide, as needed (10%). Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. Preferred Qualifications: 1 year of relevant experience. Proficient in scripting languages (i.e. perl or python) and data analysis. Knowledge of LabView. Knowledge and experience with MIL-STD requirements. Experience with design of Printed Circuit Boards. Active Secret Clearance. Compensation Details: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 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: 10/20/2026 - 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. 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 .

Requirements

Must-haves

Develop electrical tests for validation against component specifications.
Collaborate with environmental and radiation test teams to complete component characterization and testing.
Work with Configuration Management and Quality teams to manage releases and revisions of test fixtures, software, and test procedures.
Perform characterization of newly designed components to verify operation to design requirements.
Train engineers and operators to correctly perform testing of components.
Review test data and reports prior to being provided to customers.
Maintain existing fixtures, software, and test procedures
Migrate tests to new equipment and systems, as needed.
Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or related technical field.
Experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and impedance analyzers.
Experience with troubleshooting and debug of electronic test circuits.
Experience with electronic component testing and characterization.
Ability to travel nationwide, as needed (10%).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
1 year of relevant experience.
$65,000.00-$85,000.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Educational reimbursement
Employee stock purchase plan

Nice-to-haves

Proficient in scripting languages (i.e. perl or python) and data analysis.
Knowledge of LabView.
Knowledge and experience with MIL-STD requirements.
Experience with design of Printed Circuit Boards.
Active Secret Clearance.

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Platform: workday
Effort: long

Benefits

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Dental

Vision

401(K)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave