Early Warning Radar Operator Maintainer- Qatar

Date Posted:

2026-10-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-EL PASO-M2 ~ 7201 Montana Ave ~ BLDG M2

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Early Warning Radar Operator Maintainer

What You Will Do:

• Raytheon Field Engineering is seeking an Early Warning Radar Operator Maintainer to support Qatar Early Warning Radar (QEWR) operations. This is a long-term onsite assignment in Qatar. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure radar operations and maintenance activities are properly planned, documented, executed, and supported. This position requires flexibility to react and execute solutions in response to system issues on a 24/7 basis during any given shift. Key responsibilities include:
• Operate and maintain Qatar’s Early Warning Radar (EWR) system, a PC-based platform designed for monitoring and tracking.
• Support engineering, logistics, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure optimal system performance.
• Collaborate with the System Integration Lab analysis team and work with Systems and Software Engineers to document, develop, and implement solutions.
• Present findings and solutions to leadership and/or customers.
• Troubleshoot radar systems using field support equipment and perform diagnostics, unit self-tests, and built-in test equipment (BITE).
• Establish and assess the performance of complex RF systems, monitor operations, troubleshoot issues, isolate failures, and replace failed components.
• Perform maintenance planning and scheduling using tools such as ALCS or equivalent systems.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to foreign military personnel on operational and tactical procedures for the EWR system.
• Conduct On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs and participate in exercises utilizing practice scenarios within the CMOC.
• Perform 12-hour rotating shift work and respond to downing events as required.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds, walking up and down eight flights of stairs, and working in extreme environments.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed by the section officer.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Successful completion of Early Warning Radar (EWR) console certification conducted under the auspices of the U.S. Air Force or an equivalent course of instruction conducted by the EWR Contractor.
• 5 years of experience in test, integration, maintenance, alignment, adjustment, calibration, and operation of RF equipment associated with Early Warning Radar systems, including transmitters, receivers, modulators, mixers, control systems, cabling, and interconnects.
• Experience in establishing and assessing the performance of complex RF systems, including monitoring, troubleshooting, isolating failures, and replacing failed components.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience, or a minimum of 3 years of experience with an advanced degree.
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret 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 Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of Early Warning Radar systems and subsystems down to the component level.
• Experience providing technical advice and assistance to foreign military personnel with operational and tactical procedures on the EWR system.
• Arabic language literacy.
• Experience with the operation and management of exercises utilizing practice scenarios within the CMOC.
• Experience with maintenance planning and scheduling systems such as ALCS or equivalent tools.
• Prior participation in the conduct of On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs.
• Experience coordinating actions with customer representatives and other contractors.
• CORE Certification.

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in related field and at least 5 years of related experience. Experience can be substituted for educational requirements. Must have at least 10 years of related experience without a degree.

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.

Additional Information:

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

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.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 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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