Principal RCS Test Range Radar Operator - Tucson, AZ (Onsite)

*Date Posted:*

2024-02-01*Country:*

United States of America*Location:*

AZ827: RMS AP Bldg 827C 1151 East Hermans Road Building 827C, Tucson, AZ, 85756 USA*Position Role Type:*

OnsiteAt *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 is an industry leader in Stealth Technology*. We are involved in all phases of development, production, and maintenance of Low Observable (LO) weapon systems.
• Do you have a passion for LO technology?*
• 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 Signature Management & Technology team at our Tucson, AZ, facility wants to hear from you!*

We are seeking early to mid-career Engineers to join the Signature Management & 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.

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.

• This position is in Tucson, AZ (Onsite)*
• Responsibilities to Anticipate:*
• The selected individual will document all activities pertaining to test preparation, data analysis, design trades, prediction results, and others.
• You will work within integrated product teams and support all aspects of that team’s design efforts with some direction from Senior Low Observables Engineer
• Present results of testing, analysis, and design efforts to internal and external customers
• Mentor early career engineers
• Occasional travel for business, training, and conferences
• Basic Qualifications:*
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar Engineering discipline
• Eight (8) years’ experience in calibrating, operating, and troubleshooting instrumentation radars for far field RCS measurements.
• Experience using 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.*
• Preferred Qualifications:*
• Experience operating and maintaining Resonant Sciences Radarman II instrumentation radar.
• Experience operating near field radar systems.
• Experience with range certification/registration process and management of the range handbook
• Active DoD Top Secret (or higher) clearance.
• What We Offer:*

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond 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.

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Diversity drives innovation: inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

• Nothing matters more to Raytheon than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.*
• Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)
• Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year.
• Additional Information:*
• * Please consider the following role type definitions 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.
• *Hybrid*: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
• *Remote*: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
• Clearance Information: *This position requires the eligibility to obtain 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: [

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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