Dimensional Test Equipment engineer (DTE)-Kuwait

Prattwhitney; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Job summary

RTX seeks an experienced Dimensional Test Equipment (DTE) / Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) Engineer to sustain Patriot test stations in Kuwait. You will ensure proper configuration, diagnose issues, and maintain related systems under a Patriot Test Station Lead.

You must have a DoD Secret clearance (active), 4+ years in DTE/Patriot electronics maintenance, and the ability to train others while working in a demanding desert environment. Competitive package and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in operation, maintenance, and sustainment of DTE stations and Patriot electronics at component level.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Experience with general tools and commercial test equipment; replacement of components on circuit card assemblies.
• Existing DoD Secret clearance; able to work in extreme desert environments; lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Assist with determining operating ability of all contractor test equipment.
• Verify correct configuration of test station manuals, procedures, software, fixtures, and UUT.
• Troubleshoot test station hardware, software, and UUT issues at system and component levels.
• Provide interface with contractor test personnel for testing experience.
• Coordinate and schedule depot training activities for technicians.
• Operate and sustain PAT 243, PAT 244, PAT 247 stations and related units.
• Track signals and measure voltages to isolate problems at component level.
• Prepare and submit maintenance reports and SPRs.
• Participate in on-the-job training and maintain test stations.

Skills

DTE operation

PATRIOT electronics

Reading schematics

Test equipment proficiency

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Digital voltmeters

High-voltage probes

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Power meters

Job description

Position: Dimensional Test Equipment (DTE) / Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) Engineer

Location: Kuwait

Security Clearance: DoD Secret clearance required (existing, active) at Day 1.

Job Overview: Principal authority for support and maintenance of contractor-supplied PATRIOT depot test stations (excluding GE Test Set). Works under a Patriot Test Station Lead.

What You Will Do

• Assist with determining operating ability of all contractor test equipment.
• Verify that all test station manuals, procedures, software, fixtures, and Units Under Test (UUT) are correctly configured.
• Help isolate problems among test station hardware, software, and UUT.
• Troubleshoot and resolve test station software issues at system and UUT level.
• Provide direct interface with contractor test personnel for additional testing experience.
• Coordinate training with KAD Depot trained technicians.
• Schedule informal classroom and practical exercise training activities that refresh previous depot training lessons.
• Operate, maintain, and sustain PAT 243, PAT 244, and PAT 247 Patriot test stations, including coolant oil processing units, Radar coolant groups, converters, and inverters.
• Track signals and measure voltage, current, resistance to isolate component-level problems.
• Verify operational condition of PAT 243, 244, and 247 test stations.
• Demonstrate proper maintenance, sustainment, repair procedures and techniques.
• Participate in on-the-job training programs.
• Prepare, fill out, and submit maintenance reports and system problem reports (SPRs).

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Minimum 4 years of experience in operation, maintenance, and sustainment of Dimensional Test Equipment (DTE) stations and Patriot electronics assemblies to component level.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Experience with general tools and commercial test equipment, including replacement of component parts on circuit card assemblies.
• Ability to work in extreme desert environments and lift up to 50lb.
• Knowledge of standard industrial test equipment such as digital voltmeters, high‑voltage probes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, and oscilloscopes.
• Existing Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred

• 6–8 years of hands‑on experience operating, maintaining, and sustaining PAT 243, PAT 244, or equivalent test stations.
• Experience working on Configuration3 system assemblies and subassemblies.
• Direct experience working with a Middle East customer.
• Knowledge of maintaining and sustaining DTE test station equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 8–12 years of related experience.

What We Offer

Competitive salary ranging from $107,500 to $204,500 USD, based on experience. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and parental leave. Opportunities for career development, recognition, and performance‑based incentives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans under Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.