THAAD Power Technician- (UAE)

RTX•El Paso, MT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Raytheon is seeking a skilled Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) AN/TPY-2 THAAD Radar Systems Engineer to support the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) UAE Foreign Military Sales contract. The role supports radar system troubleshooting and resolution of anomalies, including REX, BSG, and antenna, sub-array, and TRIMM issues. It includes assessing radar health through diagnostic interpretation and satellite track analysis; providing engineering status reports; assisting with software installations; archiving data; and meeting Quality Assurance and Automated Logistics Control System reporting requirements. The position is based on an accompanied, long-term international assignment in the United Arab Emirates under a Long-Term International Assignment Memorandum of Understanding. Family members’ travel into the host nation will be delayed and contingent on Global Mobility authorizing a safe move. The posting also identifies the role as onsite and lists a U.S. location in El Paso, Texas. The selected candidate must have an active, transferable U.S. government Secret clearance before starting and be a U.S. citizen. The technician will provide technical support for hardware and software configuration management, maintain radar operational health, investigate issues and write SARs, and maintain the Linux-based SDPE. The role also involves reviewing ALCS data, collecting and analyzing calibration data with radar systems and MATLAB tools, executing system updates and engineering modifications, documenting integration and test work, and communicating with customers, end users, and Field Service Representatives.

Requirements

Proficiency in Linux or another UNIX-based operating system, such as Solaris or HP-UX.
Active Secret security clearance; the clearance must be active and transferable before the start date.
CompTIA Security+ certification.
Proven experience working on onsite integration and test teams.
Hands-on experience operating radar systems to collect calibration data and troubleshoot radar anomalies.
In-depth knowledge of radar theory, X-band hardware and software concepts, and RF systems; ability to read and use hardware schematics.
Experience maintaining and assessing faulted equipment and implementing corrective actions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with configuring and setting up network equipment such as Cisco routers and switches.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8–12 years of related experience.
U.S. citizenship, as required for the security clearance.
Ability to work as a U.S. expatriate in the UAE on an accompanied long-term international assignment.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of experience troubleshooting and conducting operational checks of AN/TPY-2 systems.
Proficiency in MATLAB for data analysis.
Willingness to support work across hardware, power, and site-specific functions.
Strong technical writing and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated strong technical performance and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive requirements.
Experience planning, producing, and managing complex systems.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Background in logistics.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for hardware and software configuration management.
Investigate radar issues, write SARs, and maintain the Linux-based SDPE.
Diagnose and troubleshoot radar system issues and lead resolution efforts under the CLS Site Manager’s direction.
Review ALCS program data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Failure Review Board evaluation requirements.
Maintain the overall health and operational status of radar systems.
Collect, analyze, and interpret calibration data using radar systems and MATLAB tools.
Execute software installations, system updates, and engineering modifications.
Document integration and testing procedures, results, and issues.
Maintain effective communication with customers, end users, and Field Service Representatives.
Provide weekly engineering status reports, assist with data archival, and support compliance with QA and ALCS reporting requirements.

Benefits

Parental leave, including paternal leave.
Flexible work schedules.
Achievement awards.
Educational assistance.
Child and adult backup care.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee assistance program.
Employee Scholar Program.
Paid time off and holidays.
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, subject to eligibility and applicable factors.