Field Service Specialist - LPWS / CIWS (OCONUS Rotation)

Date Posted:
2025-06-30
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OK712: Fort Sill Field Office Ste 290 1 SW 11th Street Suite 290, Lawton, OK, 73501-3850 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable 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
Security Clearance:
DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

Raytheon's Field Engineering team is seeking a Field Service Specialist to provide field service support to the Land-Based PHALANX Weapons System (LPWS) Theater Support Program as Subject Matter Experienced professionals (SMEs) to support the LPWS requirements.

This unaccompanied role is a rotational deployment to CENTCOM OCONUS locations for extended terms with additional compensation.

When not on deployment this role will be Onsite at Fort Sill, OK with availability for assignments to various CONUS/OCONUS sites.

Employment is contingent upon meeting all medical requirements for overseas assignment including comprehensive post-offer medical examination.

What You Will Do

• Provide subject matter support.
• Evaluate, assess, and provide training to force protection personnel on all configurations of the system.
• Inspect, test, and align the designated systems appropriate specifications.
• Utilize schematics, drawings, specifications, and General Purpose Electrical / Electronic Test Equipment (GPETE) to troubleshoot and repair faults in the systems / equipment.
• Provide up to date training in the operation, maintenance, alignment, and repair of the system.
• Provide support in obtaining OEM data (drawings, test data, etc.) through proper channels.
• Develop and support the installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of all aspects of the equipment, and communications and electro-optical equipment.
• Evaluate and document field operational capability and report results to customers and program office.
• Perform routine system maintenance and computer system administrative functions, as well as analysis of system operations.
• Perform other technical duties as assigned.

Special Work Circumstances

• Extensive travel will be required; up to 100% to include other international destinations.
• Must be willing and able to deploy to remote international locations with little notification.
• Must be willing and able to deploy to environments that may include harsh living conditions (extreme heat and cold, deployed living conditions and / or hostile work environment.
• Some locations will be in the middle east desert with temperatures above 120 degrees F.
• Must be willing and able to move and / or transport weights such as test equipment, ladders, instruments, and cable reels weighing up to 60 pounds using proper lifting techniques or material moving equipment.
• Must be willing and able to work 12-16 hours a day and be on call 24/7.
• Must be willing and able to traverse platforms.
• Must be willing and able to work in a bivouac environment.
• Must be willing and able to travel over rough, uneven terrain.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Associate's Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years' experience.
• Experience in combat systems support.
• Experience in trouble shooting and maintenance of the weapon system.
• Experience in fault detection, isolation, and correction of computer systems and peripheral devices.
• Experience with systems integration, software, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Advanced Close-in Weapon System (CIWS) military training.
• Comprehension of military protocols and using operating systems and database administration systems.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued SECRET security clearance or INTERIM Clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Prior field experience and / or military service with land-based weapon systems.
• Ability to plan, schedule and complete all activities required to meet established goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.

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