Operations and Maintenance Technician (Onsite)

Raytheon; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

Raytheon in Aurora, Colorado is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Technician to operate and maintain national security mission system infrastructure.

This hands-on role involves troubleshooting complex equipment, documenting changes, and supporting 24/7 operations with rotating 12-hour shifts. Eligibility for TS/SCI CI Poly clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.

Relocation assistance is available and RTX offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM plus 2 years of engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in maintenance, operations, or field service for complex technical systems.
• Active TS/SCI CI Poly security clearance is required prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on national security mission system infrastructure.
• Monitor system performance and respond to equipment anomalies to restore operations.
• Document maintenance activities and verify hardware and software baselines.
• Support 24/7 operations, including rotating shifts and on-call assignments.
• Work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms.
• Handle equipment up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.

Skills

RF systems

Satellite communications

Industrial equipment

Electrical safety

Diagnostics tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

RF test equipment

Job description

Location: US-CO-BUCKLEY-SFB-CUST ~ 18500 E 6th Ave ~ BUCKLEY SFB (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: 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 CI Poly - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Technician. Join a team responsible for operating and maintaining national security mission system critical infrastructure. This hands‑on role offers the opportunity to troubleshoot complex equipment, solve technical challenges, and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, mission‑focused environment.

Location: Aurora, CO (Buckley)

What You Will Do

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on national security mission system critical infrastructure.
• Monitor system performance and respond to equipment anomalies, failures, and environmental impacts (such as weather-related events) to restore operational capability.
• Maintain configuration control by accurately documenting equipment changes and verifying hardware and software baselines.
• Support 24/7 operations as required, including rotating shifts, emergency response, and on-call assignments when necessary.
• Safely ascend and work at heights using ladders, antenna structures, and elevated work platforms.
• Handle equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and performing physically intensive tasks in both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Shift Schedule: This position works 12-hour rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Employees work four consecutive shifts followed by four days off. After completing three 4-day rotations on day shift, employees transition to night shift for three 4-day rotations, continuing this rotating schedule throughout the year.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 2 years of prior engineering experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience performing maintenance, operations, or field service in complex technical environments (e.g., RF systems, satellite communications, large mechanical systems, industrial equipment, or similar)
• An active and transferable TS/SCI CI Poly 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 the required security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, OSHA requirements, and established safety procedures
• Experience operating hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, RF test equipment, or similar diagnostic tools.
• Experience documenting maintenance activities, equipment status, troubleshooting actions, and technical records in accordance with established procedures
• Experience working with rotating equipment, servo systems, motors, gearboxes, drive systems, or large mechanical assemblies.

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, Respectability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance available

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.