Field Service Engineer

Date Posted:
2026-06-23
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CA-BEALE-AFB-CUST ~ 7400 Spencer Paul Dr ~ BEAL AFB (External Site)
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
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.


This is a Field Engineering position that requires an array of technical competencies including the ability to perform product implementation, modifications, and enhancements to product in accordance with specific customer specifications and implementations. The position is at Beale AFB, CA. It is a Mission Essential (ME) position and the individual selected must be qualified to support U-2 operations under adverse conditions and impending or active hostilities. In addition, the position supports a USAF worldwide deployable program, so the individual selected must be deployable at a moment's notice. An active Secret is required; TS/SCI clearance is preferred.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor, analyze and characterize the performance of complex data processing systems.
• Isolate faults - trace faults and distinguish between hardware and software fault sources.
• Recommend, initiate, and complete actions to correct faults.
• Maintain sensor equipment on/off aircraft.
• Maintain associated support equipment.
• Perform system checkouts prior to flights.
• Integrate and update software and hardware.
• Work with a team of users, analysts, Raytheon and non-Raytheon contract personnel, and customers.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires BS/BA in STEM discipline and five years relevant experience. Additional work experience may be substituted in lieu of Bachelors degree.
• Experience Isolating hardware and/or software faults - and performing corrective actions.
• Five years of related military, data processing, system administration, radar, IR, or RF experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. Air Force Flightline procedures and regulations.
• Basic experience with the UNIX variants, such as RedHat and Solaris. Working UNIX knowledge typically gained through five years of experience.
• Aircraft maintenance and flightline experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Working knowledge of/experience using military equipment accounts and Integrated Maintenance Data Systems (IMDS).
• Experience working with SAR imagery and knowledge of radar theory.
• Strong teamwork skills - the ability to interact productively with end users, analysts, other Raytheon personnel, and customers in a team setting.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication capabilities.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Paid Relocation (eligibility required)

Learn More & Apply Now!

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


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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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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