Electronics Technician, Maintenance III (IOT)

Date Posted:
2026-08-04
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-TX-FREER-401-CUST ~ 401 County Rd ~ ESCONDITO RANCH (External Site)
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

What You Will Do *

• Provide technician level support of ROTHR MARCAP and RACER receive site systems including written/verbal technical reports on system status. Performs system troubleshooting, using complex test equipment setups and potentially nonstandard or undocumented procedures on various radar receive system equipment including advanced fiber optic networks, digital waveform generators, digital receivers, phased array antennas, RF hardware, digital hardware, server clusters, advanced communication equipment, environmental control and monitoring equipment and more.
• Provide onsite support for equipment operation and maintenance including bench level set up, testing, troubleshooting and repair of various OTHR equipment/components as needed. Support preparation and execution OTHR system enhancements, equipment installation, system integration, maintenance, etc. at local and remote sites requiring moderate travel. Coordinate with engineering groups, ROTHR program QA and EHS to support development and execution of system preventative maintenance routines including walk around inspections of engineering spaces when onsite.
• Will collaborate with various ROTHR engineering groups for system experiments and data collections often in role as the onsite liaison with ROTHR O&M and customer(s). Support data extraction, transfer, and delivery to various test groups IAW appropriate data handling procedures. Execute project level tasking from field engineering leadership with little onsite supervision in compliance with accepted RTX best practices and local site policies. Work typically requires advanced OTHR system technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers' manuals, ROTHR SOPs, or similar documents.
• Support logistics and procurement activities; receive, inspect, inventory, stage shipments, and store equipment IAW ROTHR and Raytheon local policies. Support equipment warranty claims on behalf of ROTHR engineering with various COTS manufacturers. Assemble/build components, harnesses, equipment racks, subsystems, specified test configurations, etc. assigned for support of various tasks.
• Perform technical documentation review, generate drawings to capture system/test configurations, and generate production documentation redlines for enhancements. Candidate performs all other related duties as assigned and required.
• The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is equally at home working independently or within a team. Comfortable executing a wide range of tasks; from manual labor to highly skilled technical services. Adaptable to varying work environments and scenarios requiring various levels of discretion. Possess strong communications skills and capable of providing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Willing to adapt and remain flexible with unconventional schedules, travel routines, tasking, and responsibilities. This position will report to the RIS ROTHR IOT Team manager coordinating project assignments from the RMD Program Manager. Proficiency with test equipment for HF-VHF RF systems; fiber optic, power meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum, network, and logic analyzers, multi-meters, BER testers etc. Ability to create documentation, troubleshoot and/or repair cable terminations; cannon plug, fiber-optic (including splicing), network, communications, RF including phase matching, etc.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience directly related to ROTHR Operations and Maintenance with an emphasis on system operation, performance of corrective, preventive, and intermediate level maintenance as well as bench component level troubleshooting/repair, maintenance tracking and logistics support.
• Computer experience, Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux, Adobe, Microsoft Office, leaf and spine fiber optic networks, etc. Some experience supporting field experiments to include setup and operation of nonstandard equipment and test scenarios in collaboration multiple groups or teams. Ability to quickly learn nonstandard equipment operation, test concepts, and use of new technology to support unconventional subsystem/system use applications within OTHR field. Ability to work autonomously troubleshooting problems with efficiency, possess strong oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• 1+ years working with BAE DDRX RX system with focus on leaf and spine network, timing and synchronization ROC /TOC , operational control configurations (data diode), data recording controls, MarCap and ROTHR data products, system level troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience in technical role at ROTHR Receive, Transmit, and/or Consolidated Operations and Control Center with an advanced understanding of ROTHR radar concepts/principles.
• Proficient with operation and maintenance of BAE DDRX equipment, Starlink communications, ROTHR DL380 server clusters, DWG equipment, and computer peripherals.
• Certifications such as: Fiber Optic installation and repair, 2m Solder repair, LOTO, forklift operation, Electronics associate's degree or 4yrs equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working with ROTHR field engineering group and/or engineering group.

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 .
• No Relocation Eligibility

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• Employees primarily will be working onsite with a set schedule; however, must be willing to work unconventional schedules, at times, in offsite locations with flexible travel routines, often requested on short notice.
• This position requires a Secret security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), 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
• This position is primarily located in Freer, Texas; however, will include work at the Premont, Texas site as well as moderate travel to ROTHR sites in Virginia and Puerto Rico.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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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