Date Posted:
2023-08-02
Country:
United States of America
Location:
CA764: China Lake Airfield Trailer 98010 Aviation Boulevard Raytheon Airfield Trailer, China Lake, CA, 93555 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering Experience to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
Job Summary:
Raytheon Field Engineering is seeking a Senior AESA Radar Service Engineer to advise and mentor our customers and end users on the operation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of the APG-79 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) RADAR system on F/A-18 E/F and EA-18G Aircraft.
This position will start based out of the Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) China Lake, CA,
This position will transition to a long-term multi-year overseas assignment with a deployment date in Summer 2024 in Kuwait.
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
- Responsible to analyze equipment failures to determine root cause and recommend corrective action.
- Represent Raytheon to external customers in both CONUS and OCONUS locations as needed.
- Provide APG-79 training to all squadron maintainers and aircrew as needed.
- Perform continuous trend analysis to capture software/hardware faults.
- Work to improve APG-79 troubleshooting techniques.
- Provide day-to-day technical support and work the needed shifts to meet the squadron maintenance schedules.
- Report all technical activity and participate in BIT evaluation teleconferences weekly.
- Collaborate with government agencies and other contractors to maintain good communication in support of APG-79 radar.
Basic Qualifications:
- Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience; or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience. Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Experience analyzing faults and overseeing the troubleshooting and maintenance of the F/A-18 APG-79 AESA or similar system.
- Comprehension of airborne fire control and reconnaissance RADAR systems.
- Ability to function under operational pressures to meet flight schedules and operational requirements.
- Willingness to travel and relocate overseas, as this position is expected to transition to a long-term OCONUS assignment / position.
- Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a field representative in support of US Navy systems.
- Experience working OCONUS.
- Self-motivated and be able to perform with limited supervision.
- Familiar with military environment and customers courtesies.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to complete comprehensive and accurate reports.
- Ability to interact with military customer and other contractor/government personnel in a diverse team setting.
Special Work Circumstances:
- Potentially working in a hazardous area (e.g., aircraft carrier environment) while providing APG-79 Radar technical support).
- Operations in hazardous avionics areas, supporting NAWS China Lake active squadron.
What We Offer:
Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.
The salary range for this role is 75,000 USD - 161,000 USD; however, RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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