COMPLETE RADAR Operator (onsite) - VA301: 2 Relay Road, Chesapeake 2 Relay Road Bldg 344, Chesapeake, VA, 23322 USA

Date Posted:

2023-08-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA301: 2 Relay Road, Chesapeake 2 Relay Road Bldg 344, Chesapeake, VA, 23322 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

About Us:

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.

We value diverse skills and experience, so don't hold back. Your qualifications could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we'd love to hear from you.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Perform the operation of ROTHR RADAR system, primarily PC-based platforms to monitor and track surface and air contacts. Perform ionosphere propagation assessment by manually modeling the ionosphere's layers using PC-based resources. Perform frequency selection by interpreting the ionospheric model and assigning the proper RADAR parameters necessary for adequate detection and tracking capability of the designated target type (i.e. surface or air).

Monitor and modify RADAR resources as necessary to meet tasking parameters. Monitor & assist ROTHR tracking software in validating and reporting aircraft and surface contacts within the RADAR coverage area. Interpret RADAR returns to identify take offs and landings of aircraft. Monitor and copy external communications information relayed over HF radio links.  Interact with global command and communications station (GCCS) terminal for pertinent track data. Receive technical guidance and tasking from supervisor or higher-level operator.

No relocation is provided for this position.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Four years’ experience performing radar operations, sonar, or air defense mission.
• Proficient working in Windows 10 environment.
• REQUIRED - Active or Current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance.
• This position requires a U.S. Citizen who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization and who is able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance.
• Effective applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for driving access onto military installation.

Qualifications Preferred:

• Previous experience with GCCS / Agile Client display system and UHF radio transmissions.
• Previous Navy OS experience, AIC, Sonar. or Air Defense
• Experience working on tactical watch floor in team environment.
• Ability to perform shift work

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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