Date Posted:

2024-10-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX001: El Paso 7201 Montana Avenue , El Paso, TX, 79925 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

Radar Systems Field Engineering will be staffing a Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Radar Lead in support of the THAAD KSA Program.  The CLS Radar Lead will supervise a deployed Field Engineering team supporting the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Radar System. Work performed REQUIRES an individual with an ADVANCED technical TPY-2 knowledge and proficiency. 

This role will require a US Expat to forward deploy to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) under the terms of a Long-Term International Assignment Memorandum of Understanding (LTIA MOU).

What You Will Do:

• The Radar Lead has direct responsibility for overseeing the operations and maintenance of the AN/TPY-2 radar system in all states and modes including operation, preventive/corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the radar to include calibration of the radar and support/test equipment at required intervals and all its components.
• Prior to deployment, the Radar Lead will serve as an AN/TPY-2 Hardware Technician at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM. There, the hardware technician will provide technical and PMCS support, corrective maintenance, job order creation, inventory, tool control, and corrosion control in support of Integration and Acceptance Testing, through completion at DD250 at WSMR, concluding with the packing and transportation in support of Radar shipment to KSA.
• Once deployed, the CLS Radar Lead will supervise and provide direction to a team consisting of three Field Engineers assigned to the radar system.
• The Radar Lead will perform radar system equipment inspections (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, and annually) and will ensure equipment requiring calibration is compliant.
• The Radar Lead will maintain all equipment in accordance with the applicable Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), and Technical Orders.
• Supervise, train and lead a team of 4 Field Engineers through day-to-day operations and THAAD maintenance.
• Coach, train, develop and mentor the skill set of the KSA THAAD Radar team.
• Provide performance feedback of their assigned team, to include accountability of team and individual goals. To account for and provide management and the team with an assessment of key developmental needs.
• Ensure Site Operating Procedures (SOP's) are adhered to.
• Attend and provide input to radar site related meetings and tag-ups.
• Install, check out, operate, maintain, repair & modify the TPY-2 equipment. 
• Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommend corrective action.
• Advise & assist in effecting design changes to improve equipment efficiency and/or reduce cost of operation.
• Supervise system performance using maintenance of system diagnostics software.
• Monitor diagnostics to evaluate the functionality of the radar and its components.
• Restore system to mission capability by performing corrective action procedures.
• Maintain accurate Activity Log Reports and Inspection Test Record (ITRs)
• Operate and supervises the ALCS program to ensure all data is entered properly.
• Perform independent assessments, audits, and special inspections of site activities associated with the radar system as directed by the Raytheon Program Manager
• Monitors radar diagnostics for any radar system anomalies (e.g., Receiver/Exciter (REX), Beam Steering Generator (BSG) BSG, Antenna/Sub-Array/ TRIMMs)

What You Will Learn:

• Candidate will learn the core companies of leading a small team of Field Engineers and maintaining the AN/TPY-2 Radar System.
• Candidate will learn how to contribute value to the KSA THAAD mission as a THAAD Radar Lead.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Completion of the AN/TPY-2 Core Conduct course and on the job training OR have US Army THAAD experience OR successfully completed training via the Raytheon Skill Bridge Program.
• 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.
• At least five years’ experience in the troubleshooting and operational checkout of TPY-2 systems.
• B.S. in Engineering, Science or Mathematics, and/or equivalent field experience commensurate to experience described above.
• Experience in the planning, production, and management of complex systems.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Self-starter – proactive in determining goals and objectives and pursuing the necessary course of action.
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification (Security+).
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Advanced TPY-2 Hardware maintenance and fielding experience
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by influence and collaboration.
• International assignment experience
• Demonstrated excellence in past work performance.

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package 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.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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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