Early Warning Radar Operator Maintainer- Qatar

RTX•El Paso, MT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Raytheon Field Engineering is seeking an Early Warning Radar Operator Maintainer to support Qatar Early Warning Radar (QEWR) operations. The position is described as a long-term onsite assignment in Qatar, and the role is based in the United States. The primary responsibility is to ensure radar operations and maintenance activities are properly planned, documented, executed, and supported. The operator must be flexible and able to respond to system issues and execute solutions on a 24/7 basis during any given shift. The role operates and maintains a PC-based Early Warning Radar system designed for monitoring and tracking, and supports engineering, logistics, maintenance, and operations teams. It involves collaborating with system integration, systems engineering, and software engineering teams to analyze issues, document and implement solutions, and present findings to leadership or customers. The operator performs system diagnostics and maintenance, including troubleshooting with field support equipment, running unit self-tests and built-in test equipment, and monitoring and assessing complex RF system performance. The position also includes maintenance planning and scheduling, providing technical advice to foreign military personnel, conducting on-the-job training, and participating in exercises using practice scenarios within the CMOC. Work includes 12-hour rotating shifts and responding to radar downing events as required. Physical duties include lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing eight flights of stairs, and working in extreme environments.

Requirements

Successfully complete Early Warning Radar (EWR) console certification conducted under the auspices of the U.S. Air Force, or an equivalent course of instruction conducted by the EWR Contractor.
At least 5 years of experience in testing, integration, maintenance, alignment, adjustment, calibration, and operation of RF equipment associated with Early Warning Radar systems, including transmitters, receivers, modulators, mixers, control systems, cabling, and interconnects.
Experience establishing and assessing complex RF system performance, including monitoring, troubleshooting, isolating failures, and replacing failed components.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Typically, a bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience, or at least 3 years of experience with an advanced degree. The posting also states that experience may substitute for education and that candidates without a degree must have at least 10 years of related experience.
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance required before the start date; an active existing clearance is required on day one.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in operation and maintenance of Early Warning Radar systems and subsystems down to the component level.
Experience providing technical advice and assistance to foreign military personnel on EWR operational and tactical procedures.
Arabic language literacy.
Experience operating and managing exercises utilizing practice scenarios within the CMOC.
Experience with maintenance planning and scheduling systems such as ALCS or equivalent tools.
Prior participation in conducting On-the-Job Training programs.
Experience coordinating actions with customer representatives and other contractors.
CORE Certification.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain Qatar’s Early Warning Radar system, a PC-based platform designed for monitoring and tracking.
Support engineering, logistics, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure optimal system performance.
Collaborate with the System Integration Lab analysis team and Systems and Software Engineers to document, develop, and implement solutions.
Present findings and solutions to leadership and/or customers.
Troubleshoot radar systems using field support equipment and perform diagnostics, unit self-tests, and built-in test equipment (BITE).
Establish and assess complex RF system performance; monitor operations, troubleshoot issues, isolate failures, and replace failed components.
Perform maintenance planning and scheduling using tools such as ALCS or equivalent systems.
Provide technical advice and assistance to foreign military personnel on operational and tactical procedures for the EWR system.
Conduct On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs and participate in exercises using practice scenarios within the CMOC.
Work 12-hour rotating shifts and respond to downing events as required.
Perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds, walking up and down eight flights of stairs, and working in extreme environments.
Perform other related duties as required or directed by the section officer.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave, including paternal leave
Paid time off and holidays
Achievement awards
Educational assistance
Child/adult backup care
Career development and recognition programs
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation may be available; payments are not guaranteed