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How much do tamper operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for tamper operator in the United States is $22.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tamper Operator position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Tamper Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and familiarity with roadwork or construction equipment, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with operating heavy machinery—specifically tamping machines or compactors—and knowledge of safety protocols and maintenance procedures are important. Strong communication, teamwork, and reliability help individuals thrive in fast-paced, outdoor environments. These skills are essential for maintaining equipment efficiency, ensuring a safe job site, and delivering high-quality work on schedule.

What does a typical workday look like for a Tamper Operator?

A typical day for a Tamper Operator involves setting up equipment at the job site, performing pre-operation checks, and operating the tamper or compactor to compact soil, asphalt, or other materials as directed by supervisors. You'll often coordinate closely with other crew members, follow site safety procedures, and perform routine maintenance on your equipment throughout the day. The work is usually outdoors and may require physical stamina, attention to detail, and adaptability to changing site conditions. Operators are also expected to log their work and communicate findings or issues with their team to ensure smooth project progress.

What is a Tamper Operator job?

A Tamper Operator is responsible for operating specialized machinery, such as a ballast tamper, to maintain and align railroad tracks. Their main duties include adjusting track alignment, compacting ballast, and ensuring smooth and safe railway operation. They work closely with maintenance crews to inspect and repair tracks, often in outdoor and physically demanding conditions. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical skills, and knowledge of railroad safety regulations.

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Infographic showing various Tamper Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,951 per year, or $22.1 per hour.
Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer

Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

Washington, DC • On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a highly skilled Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer to join our growing team in the National Capital Region (NCR). This position is 100% onsite and provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support services to Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
You will provide technical expertise and analytical support for programs operating within Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) facilities. In this role, you will collaborate daily with program managers, engineers, financial analysts, and industry subject matter experts across multiple military Services and DoD Agencies. Your work will directly influence the development, integration, and protection of advanced weapon systems, sensors, and computing technologies critical to national security.
Responsibilities
  • Deliver expert technical guidance and support across a portfolio of advanced weapon systems, sensor technologies, and high-performance computing programs.
  • Lead and provide critical technical assessments during the design, development, testing, fielding, and sustainment of next-generation Anti-Tamper (AT) technologies.
  • Partner daily with Air Force program managers, engineers, and industry subject matter experts to support strategic planning, technical risk assessments, and engineering trade studies.
  • Support the full systems engineering process - from requirements definition and evaluation through test, integration, and verification.
  • Provide engineering expertise for technology and product acquisitions, including long-range planning, RFP development, and technical oversight of contractor deliverables.
  • Evaluate system and subsystem designs to ensure compliance with performance requirements, mission objectives, and protection of Critical Program Information (CPI).
  • Identify, assess, and recommend innovative design solutions and technologies to enhance CPI protection and mitigate vulnerabilities to exploitation and reverse engineering.
  • Conduct technical evaluations of Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) components to determine susceptibility to reverse engineering, hardware tampering, and system compromise.

Required Qualifications
  • 15+ years of related experience.
  • Strong understanding of microelectronics design and fabrication processes, including vulnerability analysis and protective design principles.
  • Working knowledge of Security State-of-the-Art (S-SOTA) technologies and their integration into DoD systems.
  • Experience with system-level cryptographic implementation, encryption key management, and secure data protection techniques.
  • Proven ability to evaluate, implement, and test system security countermeasures to mitigate hardware and software exploitation risks.
  • Knowledge of Anti-Tamper architecture design, ensuring system resilience and protection across the acquisition lifecycle.
  • Experience in performing Threat Countermeasure Tree Analysis to identify and mitigate system vulnerabilities.
  • Experience coordinating across multidisciplinary teams within classified or SAP/SCI environments.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with DoD 5200.39, DoDI 5200.44, and related Anti-Tamper and CPI protection policies.
  • Experience with hardware reverse engineering, FPGA/ASIC design, or embedded systems security.
  • Experience developing, reviewing, and validating Anti-Tamper (AT) Plans and Verification & Validation (V&V) Plans aligned with DoD AT policies and standards.
  • Working knowledge of the DoD Acquisition Framework, including requirements development, milestone decision processes, and technical baseline management.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to senior government leadership.
  • 15+ years of relevant engineering experience supporting Department of Defense programs within classified or SAP/SCI environments.

Education Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field required.
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline. DESIRED

Clearance requirement:
  • Must have a current TS/SCI clearance and be eligible for special program access

The pay range for this position is $200,000/year to $240,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI offers a full range of medical benefits, 401k, ESOP, paid time off, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.
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