Communications Technician- Qatar

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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

The Communication Technician shall provide technical advice, assistance, and demonstration of methods to Qatar military personnel (to include Qatar Armed Forces to include civilian contractors applicably authorized via the International Traffic and Arms Regulation (ITAR) for the testing, maintenance, repair, configuration, and operation of PATRIOT communications and related equipment. The Communication Technician shall be familiar with PATRIOT communications equipment including Ultra High Frequency, and Very High Frequency (UHF/VHF) radios, COMSEC, IP routers, cabling, and other equipment.  The Communication Technician shall also support PATRIOT Battalion/Fire Unit- communications, MEIs, FSAMG, and TSIK equipment as needed.  The Communication Technician shall assist in isolating any complex mechanical or electronic problems using a variety of electronic repair and fault isolation procedures such as system diagnostics, unit self-checks, and tools and test equipment. Assists in enforcing safety policies, procedures and standards.  Identifies faulty work practices and demonstrates proper troubleshooting and repair procedures and techniques.  Assists in preparation of inventories, technical reports, and performs other related duties as required. This position is located in Doha, Qatar.

Qualifications You Must Have

Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in troubleshooting, fault isolation, repair and functional verification of PATRIOT specific radios and radio relay communications systems.

Proficiency in the use of commercial test equipment and tools used in troubleshooting and repair of electronic circuits is mandatory.

An excellent knowledge of basic and advanced electronics, HFSSB, VHF/UHF/AM and multiplex communications systems and associated control or switching equipment is required.

Graduate of OEM AMG technical training.  Also be a graduate of the Contractor Logistics Support School, the US Army PATRIOT Intermediate Maintenance Course, or PATRIOT System Technicians Course, or have the equivalent of two (2) years of PATRIOT AMG maintenance experience.

Able to certify as a Communications Tower Worker, climbing up to 350 feet.

Knowledge of configuring, operating, and restoring Cisco switches and routers.

Desired Qualifications: 

Qualifications We Prefer

Should be skilled in troubleshooting and repair of the SINCGARS, MIDS terminals, JTIDS and similar type radios.

Experience with Link-16, 3011C multicast links, and PADIL operations.

Demonstrated experience or working knowledge of CPX-200/300, MLT- 220, and international Digital Switch Multiplexing Equipment.

Experience with Linux, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2012 R2.

Education:

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

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
 

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.

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The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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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