AEGIS SPY-1 Radar Transmitter Field Engineer
AEGIS SPY-1 Radar Transmitter Field Engineer
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$ 130000 - 130000
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Date Posted:
Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
VA305: 1100 Intl Plaza Chesapeake 1100 International Plaza Suite 100 Chesapeake VA 23323 USAPosition Role Type:
RemoteU.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:
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 clearanceSecurity Clearance:
Secret - CurrentAt 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 expertise to meet the needs of todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.
Raytheons Field Engineering team is seeking highly skilled Field Engineers with hands-on AEGIS system experience to support the AEGIS Program. This position serves as a critical interface between Raytheon the U.S. Navy other defense contractors and U.S. Government stakeholders.
Field Engineers will be responsible for the installation integration testing operation maintenance repair and modification of complex radar and fire control systems specifically all variants of the AEGIS SPY-1 Radar Transmitter and the MK 99 Fire Control System (FCS). Work is performed in support of U.S. Navy warships the broader AEGIS Fleet and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers around the world.
This position is primarily located in Norfolk VA or San Diego CA. Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius of the Norfolk or San Diego shipyards to ensure reasonable commuting distance. While this position is classified as remote it requires extensive travel to customer sites including Navy installations and Raytheon facilities. Employees will primarily perform field service work onsite and will only be home-based when assignments are near their residence. A dedicated home office is not provided as the role involves continuous travel and onsite support.
What You Will Do
- Travel to various Naval shipyards both CONUS and OCONUS as required to support ORDALT installations and technical assistance efforts.
- Accept temporary assignments that involve at-sea support aboard U.S. Navy ships in support of AEGIS systems.
- Operate maintain align troubleshoot and repair all variants of the SPY-1 Radar Transmitter Equipment and MK99 Fire Control Systems (FCS) aboard U.S. Navy Aegis-class destroyers cruisers land-based sites or other designated locations using state-of-the-art test equipment and operational readiness test systems.
- Participate in the planning and execution phases of shipboard equipment installations.
- Analyze equipment failures to determine root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Perform radar system modifications including ordnance alterations (ORDALTs) and change incorporation notices (CINs).
- Conduct intricate backplane and chassis wiring modifications as well as mechanical modifications to SPY radar and FCS hardware.
- Prepare and submit detailed reports outlining equipment discrepancies along with recommended solutions.
- Provide guidance and hands-on training to Navy technicians across all aspects of the SPY radar and MK99 FCS.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs while maintaining accurate performance and maintenance records for supported systems.
- Extensive travel including CONUS OCONUS and at-sea assignments.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs climb ladders work in confined spaces and perform physically demanding tasks onboard Navy vessels.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Typically requires a Bachelors and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 0 years experience. Experience in lieu of education can be considered.
- 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. - Formal training in Basic Electronics & Electricity including RF digital and analog principles.
- Minimum six years of experience working with the AEGIS Weapon System.
- Completion of Aegis C School for AEGIS SPY-1 Transmitter.
- Completion of Aegis C School for AEGIS FCS Transmitters.
- Experience interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics.
- Experience with electronics radar systems tools test equipment and cooling systems including the ability to perform diagnostics and repairs.
Qualifications We Prefer
- Strong technical writing skills to maintain AEGIS documentation report issues to Program Management and Quality Assurance and develop solutions to complex problems.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with peers superiors and military personnel.
- Direct experience with AEGIS systems particularly the SPY-1 transmitter or the MK 99 Fire Control System.
- General knowledge of RF cable construction and repair.
- Working knowledge of electrical multi-pin connectors and their maintenance.
- Understanding of RF principles analog/digital circuitry and ability to troubleshoot across those domains.
- Skilled in wire wrap and soldering and use of specialized and general hand tools.
- Experience operating and troubleshooting with Operational Readiness Test Systems (ORTS).
- Familiarity with U.S. Navy shipboard safety standards and shipyard operations.
- Experience working in shipyard or dry-dock environments.
- Prior international or overseas assignment experience.
- Electronics Technician Certification or equivalent military/technical school credential.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple teams and organizations and communicate professionally with customers peers and leadership.
What We Offer
Our values drive our actions behaviors and performance with a vision for a safer more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust Respect Accountability Collaboration and Innovation.
Not relocation eligible.
Eligible for employee referral.
This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSACAS) an agency of the Department of Defense handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: salary range for this role is 66000 USD - 130000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role function and associated responsibilities a candidates 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 companys performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.
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