AEGIS SPY-1 Radar Transmitter Field Engineer

Date Posted:

2025-10-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA305: 1100 Intl Plaza, Chesapeake 1100 International Plaza Suite 100, Chesapeake, VA, 23323 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

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:

Secret - Current

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's Field Engineering team is seeking highly skilled Field Engineers with hands-on AEGIS system experience to support the AEGIS Program. This position serves as a critical interface between Raytheon, the U.S. Navy, other defense contractors, and U.S. Government stakeholders.

Field Engineers will be responsible for the installation, integration, testing, operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of complex radar and fire control systems, specifically all variants of the AEGIS SPY-1 Radar Transmitter and the MK 99 Fire Control System (FCS). Work is performed in support of U.S. Navy warships, the broader AEGIS Fleet, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers around the world.

This position is primarily located in Norfolk, VA or San Diego, CA. Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius of the Norfolk or San Diego shipyards to ensure reasonable commuting distance. While this position is classified as remote, it requires extensive travel to customer sites, including Navy installations and Raytheon facilities. Employees will primarily perform field service work onsite and will only be home-based when assignments are near their residence. A dedicated home office is not provided, as the role involves continuous travel and onsite support.

What You Will Do

• Travel to various Naval shipyards, both CONUS and OCONUS, as required to support ORDALT installations and technical assistance efforts.
• Accept temporary assignments that involve at-sea support aboard U.S. Navy ships in support of AEGIS systems.
• Operate, maintain, align, troubleshoot, and repair all variants of the SPY-1 Radar Transmitter Equipment and MK99 Fire Control Systems (FCS) aboard U.S. Navy Aegis-class destroyers, cruisers, land-based sites, or other designated locations, using state-of-the-art test equipment and operational readiness test systems.
• Participate in the planning and execution phases of shipboard equipment installations.
• Analyze equipment failures to determine root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform radar system modifications, including ordnance alterations (ORDALTs) and change incorporation notices (CINs).
• Conduct intricate backplane and chassis wiring modifications, as well as mechanical modifications to SPY radar and FCS hardware.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports outlining equipment discrepancies along with recommended solutions.
• Provide guidance and hands-on training to Navy technicians across all aspects of the SPY radar and MK99 FCS.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs, while maintaining accurate performance and maintenance records for supported systems.
• Extensive travel, including CONUS, OCONUS, and at-sea assignments.
•  Lifting up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform physically demanding tasks onboard Navy vessels.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 0 years’ experience. Experience in lieu of education can be considered.
• 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.
• Formal training in Basic Electronics & Electricity, including RF, digital, and analog principles.
• Minimum six years of experience working with the AEGIS Weapon System.
• Completion of Aegis “C” School for AEGIS SPY-1 Transmitter.
• Completion of Aegis “C” School for AEGIS FCS Transmitters.
• Experience interpreting electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Experience with electronics, radar systems, tools, test equipment, and cooling systems, including the ability to perform diagnostics and repairs.