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Raytheon

Principal RCS Test Range Radar Operator

Raytheon, Tucson, AZ, United States

Date Posted:

2024-10-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

AZ827: RMS AP Bldg 827C 1151 East Hermans Road Building 827C, Tucson, AZ, 85756 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.

Do you have a passion for LO technology?

Do you have a passion for Radar Measurement & Test?

Would you enjoy working at both an outdoor RCS range and a large indoor RCS chamber to support our nation’s security?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, our mechanical design team at our Tucson, AZ, facility wants to hear from you!


Raytheon is an industry leader in Stealth Technology. We are involved in all phases of development, production, and maintenance of Low Observable (LO) weapon systems. We are currently looking for Stealth / Low Observable / Radar Cross Section (RCS) / Signature Management / Survivability Engineers to work on challenging, state of the art technical projects.

We are seeking mid-career engineers to join the Signature Management (Low Observable) & Technology Team. At Raytheon, you will be part of a team whose responsibilities span the full lifecycle of the product- from initial conceptual design to modeling and analysis, from component to missile level RCS testing, and production support to maintainability.

This will be onsite at our Tucson location.

What You Will Do

  • Expert in supporting Radar Cross Section (RCS) measurement tests of developmental and production systems. 
  • Creating a test matrix and test plan, selecting radar parameters and RF feeds, document activities pertaining to test preparation, data analysis, design trades, prediction results, and others
  • Configuring the lab data acquisition equipment; near field SCI, and far field Radarman instrumentation radar data collection system
  • Configuring target support and positioning systems, ensuring that all needed special test devices are designed, fabricated, and/or purchased, ensuring that all needed fixturing is complete and correct Occasional travel for business, training, and conferences
  • Coordinating with target handling and facilities personnel
  • Performing early “quick look” of data; and performing data-processing, and/or analysis activities to ensure completeness of the data packages for the customer.
  • With Engineering assistance provide basic radar trouble shooting as needed.
  • Mentor early and mid-career engineers.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
  • Eight (08) years’ experience in calibrating, or operating, and/or trouble shooting instrumentation radars for far field RCS (Radar Cross Section) measurements
  • Experience using any RCS processing software for data analysis
  • 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • Experience in RCS Far Field measurements in various ranges (Direct Illumination Far Field, outdoor, indoor Compact Range, Taper or RCS)
  • Experience in RF Near Field RCS measurements (planar, cylindrical or spherical)
  • Experience with operating and/or maintaining the QuarterBranch RadarMan radar system
  • Understanding of electromagnetic fundamentals
  • Advanced radar system development or test experience
  • Writing test plans, test procedures, and detailed test configuration documentation
  • Experience with planning, scheduling, and estimating number of hours needed for work tasks
  • Familiarity with the industry range certification effort and management of range handbook

What We Offer:

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



Learn More & Apply Now!

  • RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.
  • We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.
  • Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
    • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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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