Communication Center Radio Operator (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage from day one

401K retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A technology and aerospace company is seeking a Communication Center Radio Operator for an onsite position in Bohemia, NY. The role involves operating radio equipment to transcribe live communications and relaying critical information to Air Traffic Control. Applicants should have a HS diploma and prior customer service experience is preferred. The company offers medical coverage, retirement plans, and other benefits. This is a 24/7 operation requiring shift work, including holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Prior experience in customer service is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate HF/VHF radio equipment to transcribe pilot communications.
• Relay information to Air Route Traffic Control Centers and airlines.
• Update in-flight anomaly information for staff and facilities.

Skills

Radio communication

Customer service

Typing speed of 40 words per minute

Ability to distinguish audio information

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

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Date Posted:
2025-12-09
Country:
United States of America
Location:
Bohemia, Long Island, NY (INC) 613 Johnson Avenue , Bohemia, NY, 11716 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.
Security Clearance:
None/Not Required

What You Will Do

• Operate HF/VHF radio and related equipment to transcribe pilot communications in real time.
• Accurately relay information to Air Route Traffic Control (ARTC) Centers, airlines, or their agents.
• Assist with communications between aircraft and various ground support stations.
• Keep Aviation Voice Service Staff and ATC Facilities updated with in‑flight anomaly information.
• Register for and obtain a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit through the FCC if you do not currently hold this permit.
• Support a 24/7 operation with mandatory shift work, including holidays.
• Maintain a typing speed of 40 words per minute on an electronic keyboard.
• See and read information on multiple monitors and type on a color‑coded keyboard for eight or more hours a day; pass a vision assessment.
• Hear independently in each ear and distinguish information through headphones for eight or more hours a day; pass a hearing assessment.

What You Will Learn

• Transcribe pilot communications real time into airline and FAA systems using HF/VHF voice, analog and digital telephony, text messaging and satellite communications.
• Learn weather code symbols, procedures related to ATC relay operations, and communications regulations and procedures.

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS diploma or GED.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Prior experience in customer service.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in radio communications, call center customer service, help desk, or radio dispatching.
• Prior experience in airline transportation services or public agency dispatching.
• Familiarity with technical and operational terms encountered in aeronautical communication.

What We Offer

• Annual increases per the collective bargaining agreement with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
• Medical coverage begins the day you’re hired.
• Retirement savings plan (401K).
• Life and accident insurance.
• Company‑paid short and long‑term disability.
• Vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Collins Aerospace 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. Collins Aerospace 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.

Application Window

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.