1st Shift Operator

Raytheon; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Referral program

Job summary

RTX seeks an Operator to join a high-performing Operations and Sustainment team on-site at the US government system in Springfield, VA. The role covers 24x7 operations with the customer present and requires a security clearance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's or advanced degree with relevant experience, proficiency with Linux commands, and a track record of strong customer support and teamwork in a mission-critical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 2 years of experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government security clearance is required.
• Experience with Linux commands.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot system anomalies at Tier 1/2 with customers and engineers.
• Maintain and restore operations; identify anomalies.
• Assist with installing upgrades and monitoring system performance.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and OS; escalate as needed.

Skills

Bachelor's degree & experience

Advanced degree

Security clearance

Linux commands

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-03

Country: United States of America

Location: US-VA-SPRINGFIELD-7500-CUST ~ 7500 Geoint Dr ~ GEOINT (External Site)

Position Role Type: Onsite

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: TS/SCI with Poly - 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.

RTX seeks an Operator to join a high-performing team at the heart of an important US government function which helps the nation meet its national security strategy. The selected candidate will be a team member of a high-performing Operations and Sustainment team, embedded on-site, with customer presence, for a system considered mission critical by the government. The team is responsible for successful 24x7 operations of the system, with very detailed assistance to additional parts of the system.

This position is expected to be a weekday first shift position (6:00am - 2:00pm) with one weekend (12 hours Saturday and Sunday) approximately every 5 weeks after initial training period with commensurate shift differential. After a weekend shift worked, employee can select three days off of their choosing the following week.

What You Will Do

• Work with other operators and data managers, Raytheon's factory team of engineers and technologists, subcontractors, peers, customers, and product vendors, to provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 troubleshooting toward resolution of technical system anomalies.
• Maintain the environment by identifying anomalies and restoring operations or working with senior engineers for action.
• Assist with installing upgrades, monitoring system and network performance, initiate troubleshooting, and work with other organizations.
• Follow existing operational policies and procedures, troubleshoot hardware, software and operating system issues, and escal application problems to support teams.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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 2 years’ experience.
• 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.
• Experience with Linux commands.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Security+ certification.
• Experience in the Intelligence Community (IC).
• Familiar with technical documentation.
• Comfortable performing normal duties collocated with the customer and other operations center residents.
• Proven ability in strong customer support.
• Strong team player with good communications and detailed problem tracking for system reports.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Not relocation eligible.

Eligible for employee referral.

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSACAS), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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.