HVAC Mechanic

Raytheon; Premont (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare benefit

No relocation

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking an on-site HVAC technician in Premont, Texas to service and repair electrical and environmental-control systems for ROTHR radar installations. You will work with RADAR Electronics Technicians to diagnose issues and maintain HVAC equipment, using manuals, blueprints, and control systems.

A strong background in HVAC and related trades is required. The role emphasizes safety and precision within a DoD contract environment, with an emphasis on meeting service commitments at ROTHR

Qualifications

• HVAC certificate or diploma proving course completion.
• Universal EPA refrigerant handling certification.
• Practical skills in trades such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, HVAC, and electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair electrical and environmental-control systems associated with ROTHR RADAR systems.
• HVAC servicing, maintenance, and repair of cooling and heating units at ROTHR sites.
• Operate and troubleshoot the Automatrix DX-1 controller boards on HVAC units.
• Follow manuals and blueprints; diagnose faults and perform calculations for electrical load and refrigeration requirements.
• Collaborate with RADAR Electronics Technicians to solve complex radar system problems.

Skills

HVAC cert/diploma

EPA refrigerant cert

Trades experience

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Visio

Job description

Location

US-TX-PREMONT-281-CUST ~ 10067 South 281 ~ SOUTH 281 (External Site)

Date Posted

2026-09-11

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

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

Security Clearance Type

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status

Active and existing security clearance required after 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.

For over 30 years, Raytheon operates and maintains the Navy’s three Relocatable Over The Horizon Radars (ROTHR). Each radar consists of a remote transmit and receive site. All radars are operated from the Consolidated Operations Control Center in Chesapeake, Virginia. Each radar is capable of covering over four million square miles across the Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, Central, and South America with all systems manned and operated 24 hours a day. The ROTHR mission is primarily to track and report the movement of aircraft and ships carrying illicit narcotics from South America toward Central America and the United States.

What You Will Do

• Service and repair electrical and environmental-control systems associated with ROTHR RADAR systems.
• The HVAC work includes, but is not limited to the servicing, maintenance, and repair of the following:
• Cooling systems with strip heat for load and humidity control externally mounted and ducted to the ROTHR Power Amplifier (PA) Shelters.
• Heating and Cooling units externally mounted on ROTHR Receiver (Rx) Site Monitor (SM) Shelters and wall heating units mounted internally to PA and SM Shelters;
• A computer interfaced automation control system used to upload, monitor and control the Automatrix DX-1 controller boards on the Receive Site's HVAC units.
• Work from commercial manuals, blueprints, drawings, layouts, or other specifications; locating and diagnosing trouble in the electrical/HVAC system or equipment; working standard computations relating to electrical load and refrigeration requirements on electrical and/or HVAC equipment; and using a variety of hand tools, measuring, and testing instruments.
• Work cooperatively with RADAR Electronics Technicians to solve complex radar system problems involving interrelationship of electrical, electronic, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Candidate will perform all other related duties as assigned and required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Certification or credentials may be required.
• Six years technical experience in installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC and electrical equipment on complex industrial systems.
• Experience with the repair of leaks, knowledge of electrical controls and refrigerant fundamentals, and ability to evacuate and recharge HVAC systems.
• Must have a clean motor vehicle driving record to obtain authorization to drive company vehicles.

Required Skills & Certifications

• HVAC certificate or diploma proving course completion.
• Universal EPA refrigerant handling certification.
• Practical skills and experience in trades such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, HVAC, and electrical work.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Electrical and HVAC License.
• Previous or current security clearance.
• Familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Office, and/or Visio Software.

Hourly Rate and Health & Welfare Benefit

This position is on a service contract with a set (non-negotiable) hourly rate of $23.48/hour. In addition, a Health & Welfare benefit is paid at $6.00/hour.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• No relocation is provided for this position.
• The U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division sets the Service Contract Act (SCA) health and welfare benefit rate. The Health & Welfare benefit for this role is $6.00/hour. This fringe benefit is separate from and paid in addition to the required base hourly monetary wage and 10% Lead Bonus.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.