Patriot Major Item Repairman Lead-KSA

Raytheon; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Patriot Major Item Repairman (MIR) Lead to support the HAWK and Patriot Sustainment Contract Program in Saudi Arabia. The role includes troubleshooting complex issues, overseeing field engineering activities, and performing electronic repairs on Patriot missile systems. Candidates must have at least 10 years of field maintenance experience, the ability to obtain a Saudi work visa, and U.S. citizenship for security clearance eligibility. This position promises a rewarding career in defense technology.

Benefits

Health care benefits

Flexible work schedules

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years of field maintenance experience troubleshooting, fault isolation, repair.
• Experience with U.S. government security clearance requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the HAWK and Patriot Sustainment Contract Program.
• Provide oversight and training to Field Engineering FSRs.
• Perform complex repairs on Patriot missile systems.

Skills

Field maintenance experience troubleshooting

Ability to perform direct maintenance on ECS, RS and LS

Implement and install approved ECPs

Experience with DAMWO installations

Completion of Patriot System Intermediate Maintenance Course

Obtain Saudi Arabia work Visa

Obtain and maintain U.S. government issued security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Applied Science

Associates degree with 12 years of related experience

High School graduate with 16 years of related experience

Job description

Patriot Major Item Repairman (MIR) Lead

Date Posted: 2025-12-16

Country: United States of America

Location: TX001: El Paso 7201 Montana Avenue, El Paso, TX, 79925 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Security Clearance: DoD Clearance: Secret

What You Will Do:

Patriot Major Item Repairman (MIR) Lead supports the HAWK and Patriot Sustainment Contract (HPSC) Program. The MIR Lead will provide in depth system knowledge and field experience related to the theory of operation and troubleshooting skills required to resolve complex Patriot missile system Major End Items (MEI) electronic and mechanical problems. Will also functionally verify that the MEIs perform to specified standards. The MIR Lead will oversee the duties and responsibilities of 2 Field Engineering FSRs and 1 other foreign national and will report to the senior RSADF commander in the region.

The MIR Lead will also install authorized third echelon modifications and provide day-to-day execution and oversight of the refurbishment and modification processes as well as demonstrate the ability to perform depot level diagnostic, fault isolation, cleanup and repair capability for PATRIOT Weapon System MEIs. As an MIR, this individual must affect all electronic repairs on location with detailed system knowledge, the ability to use all hardware and software tools currently available to Organizational and Intermediate Maintenance. The MIR Lead will monitor work performed by subordinates to insure it meets or exceeds established quality standards, and will utilize system diagnostics, built in test (BITE), software, and external test equipment available at the organizational, intermediate, and depot levels to isolate and troubleshoot system faults. The MIR Lead will participate in on-the-job training (OJT) programs and assists the section officer in enforcing safety policies, procedures, and standards. Perform other duties and activities as directed. This position is in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Demonstrated 10 years of field maintenance experience troubleshooting, fault isolation, repair, and functional verifications of the Patriot Air Defense system or similar electronic systems using maintenance diagnostics, unit self-tests, BITE, tools and available test equipment
• Must be able to perform direct maintenance on the ECS, RS and LS
• Ability to implement and install approved ECPs on equipment
• Demonstrated experience with Department of the Army Modification Work Order (DAMWO) installations, to include integration and checkout
• Successful completion of a Patriot System Intermediate Maintenance Course for MOS 94S/27X/916A/918D or an equivalent course of instruction on Patriot system conducted by the military or the system contractor
• Must be able to obtain a Saudi Arabia work Visa
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Above qualifications plus five (5) years Patriot Depot Forward maintenance experience
• Demonstrated experience with Raytheon Quality Control procedures
• Demonstrated experience of the Patriot refurbishment, modification, and system integration and check out (SICO) process
• Demonstrated experience with Contractor Logistics Support
• Demonstrated comprehensive planning skills
• Exceptional judgment and decision-making skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with special focus on achieving active participation of appropriate individuals across the business
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Project
• Demonstrated experience with training of team members
• Previous experience in International Patriot FMS Programs
• Experience living and working in an overseas location.

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Applied Science with 10 years related experience. May substitute experience for education. (i.e., Associates degree with 12 years of related experience, or High School graduate with 16 years of related experience)

Certified Patriot System Repairer (94S)

What We Offer:

We offer a total rewards package that includes compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, work/life benefits, career development and recognition programs. Benefits include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

Legal Notice:

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.