QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE

• Tactical communications experience in a Patriot Missile unit at the Battery or Battalion level.
• Knowledge of basic and advanced electronics, VHF/UHF/AM and multiplex.
• Must have at least 5 years of related communications experience in a military setting.
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting, fault isolation, repair, and test of radio and communications equipment.
• Proficiency using commercial test equipment to input test signals, signal traces and voltages, current and resistance measurements to isolate faults and recognize solutions.
• Experience and training in IT communications, Cisco networking, and TCP/IP type LAN/WAN connections.
• Proficiency in the use of commercial test equipment and tools used in troubleshooting and repair of electronic circuits is mandatory.
• Experience and training using typical communication test instruments.
• Communications systems and associated control or switching equipment.
• Must be able to work in harsh climates and be able to lift 50 lbs

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER

Graduate of the U.S. Army Signal School at Fort Gordon (Fort Eisenhower), GA and awarded MOS 25C, 25U, 25A or an equivalent course of instruction from other military branches.

• Experience working on the Patriot Missile System.
• Should be skilled in troubleshooting and repair of the SINCGARS, MIDS terminals, JTIDS and similar type radios.
• Should be skilled in troubleshooting and repair of the Thales 9310, Ultra 245. Capable of being tower climb certified.
• Experience with ATDL-1, Link-11, Link-16, and PADIL operations.
• Demonstrated experience or working knowledge of CPX-200/300, MLT- 220, and international Digital Switch Multiplexing Equipment.
• Knowledge in the repair of secure digital fiber optic links and networks.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree. Will substitute experience for education (must have at least 10 years of experience).

POSITION ROLE TYPE:

Onsite
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 Patriot Communications Engineer is responsible for the organizational repair/maintenance of all communications equipment in support of Patriot Fire Units and Battalions once units are engaged with Unit Training, Collective Training, and ongoing Fielding Activities. The communications engineer System will provide support for the Major End Item (MEI) checkout during System Integration and Check-Out (SICO), Technical Assistance, Depot or 24/7 real world operations including being on call when communications support is needed. This includes computer networking with Cisco systems equipment, OSPF routing, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN connections, Virtual Private Networking, fiber optic links, and communication packet analysis. There is one Communications Engineer per Battalion. The Patriot Communication Engineer will provide technical assistance and “self-sustainment” training to Patriot personnel. The Patriot Communications Engineer will provide technical advice and assistance for the testing, maintenance, repair, and operation of all ultra-high frequency / very high frequency (UHF/VHF) communications equipment and links located throughout the Patriot System to include the associated tower and COMSEC equipment. The Patriot Communications Engineer will interface with the depot communications engineering for support as required.
Candidates for this position will be on a Long-Term International Assignment (LTIA) in Poland