Hardware Engineer

Date Posted:
2026-08-26
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-VA-NEWPORT NEWS-2401-CUST 2401 W Ave W AVE (External Site)
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:
Secret - Current
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Raytheon Field Engineering is currently seeking a Hardware Maintainer Field Engineer for the SPY-6 Radar Program. This engineer will work with the onsite engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve hardware related issues, including power, cooling, array, and other radar subsystems. This Field Engineer will be located in Newport News, Virginia working on the ship platforms at Newport News Shipbuilding. The role will require extended hours and may require the employee to support off-shift hours. Some travel may be required.

Our Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR) program is a team of professionals who are developing and fielding the most advanced shipboard radar.

What You Will Do

• Work on Radar hardware including and not limited to installation, maintenance, repair, modification and replacement of components.
• Troubleshooting of Radar hardware components during integration with other systems.
• Support integration and test activities to include setup, coordination, and tracking of subsystem statuses and configurations.
• Interface with hardware design teams on troubleshooting and retrofit procedures for approved Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
• Adjudicate hardware issues identified during Radar system activation and testing through the Hardware Trouble Report (HTR) database.
• Maintain calibration of tooling and track deliveries of material and equipment required for Radar hardware repairs and ECPs.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• 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.
• Experience with RF Systems, power systems, troubleshooting, and reading/utilizing hardware schematics.
• Experience in maintaining and providing engineering assessment and corrective actions on faulted equipment, and installation and testing of engineering modifications/updates.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior experience working onboard ships or at remote test sites.
• Experience working on naval radar programs.
• Experience operating and testing naval radars.
• Experience with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Experience supporting multiple disciplines, and flexible travelling to support the radar.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Not relocation eligible.

Eligible for employee referral.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSACAS), 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:

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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