AEGIS SPY-1D(V) Technician - RCA99: RTN Remote, California

Date Posted:

2024-03-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RCA99: RTN Remote, California

Position Role Type:

Remote

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 expertise 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's Field Engineering Team is currently seeking Field Engineers with technical, hands-on Aegis experience to support the AEGIS Program. They represent Raytheon and Raytheon interests while supporting other major contractors, U.S. Government as well as U.S. Navy. Job consists of installation, integration, testing, operating, maintaining, and the repair and modification of complex radar systems, specifically (SPY-1D(V) and the MK 99 Fire Control System (FCS) in support of the delivery of new construction warships to the U.S. Navy as well supporting the Aegis Fleet.

This location is primarily based in San Diego, CA. Candidates must be within 50 miles, commuting distance, from San Diego Shipyards.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• When required, travel to other Naval shipyards to support ORDALT installations and technical assists CONUS and OCONUS.
• Accept temporary assignments that require at sea support on board US Navy ships in support of AEGIS Systems.
• Operate, maintain, align, troubleshoot and repair SPY-1D(V), & MMSP Transmitter Equipment and Fire Control Systems (FCS) on board US Navy Aegis Class destroyers utilizing state-of-the-art test equipment and operational readiness test systems.
• Analyze equipment failures to determine root cause to then recommend and implement corrective action.
• Perform ordnance alterations (ORDALT) and change incorporation notices (CIN) to the radar.
• Perform intricate backplane and chassis wiring modifications as well as mechanical modifications to all FCS & SPY hardware.
• Prepare and submit reports of equipment discrepancies and possible solutions.
• Provide guidance and training to Navy technicians on all facets of the SPY radar and MK99 FCS.
• Devise and implement preventive maintenance programs and actively keep performance and maintenance records on equipment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
• Active and transferable Secret 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 (RF, Digital & Analog principles).
• At least six years’ experience working with the AEGIS Weapon System.
• Aegis “C” School on AEGIS SPY-1D & SPY- 1D(V) Transmitters.
• Aegis “C” School on AEGIS FCS Transmitters & DCC MK15.
• Experience working with ORTS (Operational Readiness Test System).
• Experience interpreting electrical & mechanical schematics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• General knowledge of basic RF Cable construction and repair of same.
• Basic knowledge of electrical multi-pin connectors and the repair of same.
• Knowledge of electronics, RF principles and calculations, digital and analog principles and the ability to troubleshoot these areas.
• Wire wrap and soldering skills, general hand tool use and electrical tool uses.
• Prior experience working overseas on international assignments.
• Technical writing skills to maintain AEGIS documentation and provide feedback reports to Program Management & Quality Assurance and provide solutions to a variety of complex problems.
• Should possess excellent verbal communications skills and know how to orchestrate job tasks between multiple group organizations.

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.

Additional Information:

• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

The salary range for this role is 64,000 USD - 128,000 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 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.

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/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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