Senior Field Technician - Radar / Coyote UAS (McKinney / OCONUS Rotation)

This role is for a Senior Field Technician supporting the MFRFS Radar and Coyote UAS weapon platform. The technician will operate, maintain, and provide technical support for these systems, serve as the primary technical expert, and train U.S. Army soldiers. The role involves extensive travel and deployment to austere environments, including international locations, on a rotational basis.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and provide technical support for MFRFS radar systems and/or the Coyote UAS weapon platform.
• Serve as the primary technical expert, addressing all operational and maintenance-related inquiries.
• Train and mentor U.S. Army soldiers on emplacement, tactical operations, preventive maintenance, and march‑order procedures.
• Manage inventory and maintain accountability for all field‑level replaceable spare parts.
• Accurately document all maintenance actions in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• Prioritize workload effectively, balancing mission-critical tasks with required administrative responsibilities.
• Perform duties in austere environments, including Forward Operating Bases and remote locations.
• Support assigned locations on a rotational basis, averaging 4–5 months per rotation.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5+ years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3+ years’ experience.
• Experience performing depot‑level maintenance on electronic systems or radar equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, document, and brief technical reports for both Radar and Coyote UAS systems.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and technical bulletins.
• Hands‑on experience executing technical procedures and accurately recording system maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Familiarity with standard tools, resources, and test equipment used for electronic installation, maintenance, and system testing.
• Strong understanding of basic radar theory.
• Active and transferable US government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to starting date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice to have

• Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Military experience; completion of a U.S. military radar or sensor technical school (e.g., MOS 94M, 14E).
• Ability to operate manual‑transmission vehicles.
• COLTS Logistics Database familiarity or certification.
• Experience with CRC processing.
• Hands-on experience with Sentinel, KuRFS, Q36/Q37, or LCMR radar systems.
• Background in radar/sensor operations and maintenance.
• Experience with tactical HVAC systems.
• UAS assembly, disassembly, repair, or maintenance/pilot experience.
• Familiarity with 1.4 explosives, gas generators, and munitions handling/loading.
• Prior deployment experience in a combat environment.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of military protocols.

Benefits

• 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.