Radar / Electronics Technician (C-Band)

Raytheon Australia; Shire Of Exmouth; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Australia is seeking a C‑Band RADAR Technician for the Exmouth location. The role involves conducting maintenance on the C‑Band RADAR system, preparing reports, and calibrating the RADAR. Applicants should have a Certificate III in Electronics and relevant experience.

Strong analytical and fault-finding skills are essential, and relocation assistance may be provided. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, ensuring careful consideration of all qualified applications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Certificate III in Electronics (Communications or Control) or a relevant technical discipline.
• Experience with Defence/Maritime Radar, Combat System, Complex Communication and/or Mechanical System.
• Eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1).

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and corrective maintenance on the C‑Band RADAR system.
• Plan maintenance activities and prepare maintenance reports.
• Calibrate the RADAR and interpret calibration results.

Skills

Analytical skills

Fault-finding skills

Test equipment operation

Education

Certificate III in Electronics

Job description

Location: Exmouth, Western Australia (Harold E. Holt Defence Precinct, Space Surveillance Telescope, C‑Band RADAR, VLF radio transmission).
Date Posted: 2026-05-29.
Position Title: C‑Band RADAR Technician.
Reports to: Space System Supervisor (C‑Band RADAR).

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and corrective maintenance on the C‑Band RADAR system and associated subsystems.
• Plan maintenance activities and prepare maintenance reports.
• Calibrate the RADAR and interpret calibration results.
• Work within a Linux system environment.
• Write technical reports.
• Provide logistics support.
• Maintain strong relationships with domestic and international stakeholders.
• Only employees willing to relocate to the Exmouth region will be considered; relocation assistance may be considered.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of a Certificate III in Electronics (Communications or Control) or a relevant technical discipline.
• Experience with Defence/Maritime Radar, Combat System, Complex Communication and/or Mechanical System.
• Excellent analytical and fault‑finding skills.
• Ability to confidently operate and interpret data from a wide range of test equipment.
• Eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1).

We will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while investing in growth through tailored learning and development opportunities.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.