THAAD Systems Engineer

Raytheon

Date Posted:

2025-07-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

Field Engineering will be staffing a Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) AN/TPY-2 Radar Systems Engineer in support of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) KSA Production contract.

Prior to deployment, the Systems Engineer will be assigned to El Paso, TX where they will receive the appropriate amount of AN/TPY-2 systems classroom and/or on the job training (OJT) based on the experience level of the selected candidate. Once complete, the THAAD Systems Engineer will either support testing and integration efforts at either White Sands Missile Range, NM or Pelham, NH or be assigned to a THAAD KSA Radar and deploy immediately to KSA, based on schedule and immediate needs of the Program.

ACTIVE SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED and 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).

This position does not offer relocation.

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

  • Once deployed, the CLS Systems Engineer will support a Radar team consisting of three Field Engineers assigned to the radar system. The Radar Systems Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving radar system anomalies (e.g. REX, BSG, Antenna/Sub-Array/TRIMMs) using engineering test methodologies and software tools.
  • Interpret diagnostics and satellite tracks to assess overall health of the radar as well as assist in providing weekly reports on the status of engineering. The Systems Engineer will execute data archival and assist in software installation; comply with all QA and ALCS reporting requirements associated with providing accurate and complete data.
  • The Systems Engineer will provide support for configuration management of hardware and software; and leads troubleshooting efforts as needed or directed by CLS Manager; review all ALCS program data to ensure that all required data has been entered to include ITR’s, calibration records, PMCS, and contains sufficient information for Failure Review Board evaluations. In summary, the Radar Systems Engineer is responsible for the health and status of the radar. The Systems Engineer is expected to support the planning, production, and management of complex systems and be able to \ work autonomously with minimal supervision.

What You Will Learn:

  • The selected candidate will develop an advanced knowledge and proficiency in AN/TPY-2 Systems Engineering support, concepts of operation, maintenance, and procedure implementation.
  • The selected candidate will develop a network and learn to establish sound communication with the Customer, the end user and the FSRs assigned to support the THAAD KSA mission.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Current CompTIA Security+ certification (Security+).
  • Experience operating the Radar to collect calibration data; Knowledge of radar theory and experience with Radar X-Band hardware/software concepts, RF systems, troubleshooting, and reading/utilizing hardware schematics.
  • Extensive experience with LINUX or other UNIX based OS platforms (Solaris, HP-UX, etc.)
  • Experience in maintaining and providing engineering assessment and corrective actions on faulted equipment, and installation and testing of engineering modifications/updates.
  • Experience conducting performance assessments, troubleshooting, and analysis of Radar systems. Perform data analysis utilizing Matlab tools. Proficiency with Matlab is desired.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience maintaining comprehensive documentation of integration and testing procedures, results, and issues.
  • Experienced with Linux and x86 Servers.
  • Proficient with MS Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
  • Familiarity with Network equipment configuration/setup (Cisco routers, switches etc.)
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements.

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.

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 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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