Radar Operator- 3

Raytheon; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not eligible for Relocation

Job summary

Raytheon in Chesapeake, VA, is seeking an Onsite ROTHR Radar Operator to operate radar systems from the Consolidated Operations Control Center. You will monitor, model, and report radar data to support counter-narcotics missions across the ROTHR coverage area.

This role requires an active DoD Secret clearance, US citizenship, and the stated hourly rate of $28.91 plus $5.75 health/welfare per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three years RADAR Operations / technical school.
• Four years of applicable experience.
• Experience with Windows 10.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued DoD Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Operate ROTHR radar system, PC-based platforms to monitor and track contacts.
• Model ionosphere layers to assess propagation.
• Select radar parameters based on ionospheric model for target detection and tracking.
• Monitor and adjust radar resources to meet tasking parameters.
• Monitor HF radio links and interact with Agile Client terminal for data.
• Receive guidance from supervisor or higher-level operator.

Skills

RADAR Operations

Windows 10

Radar monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Three years RADAR Operations / technical school

Four years of applicable experience

Job description

Location: US-VA-CHESAPEAKE-002-CUST ~ 2 Relay Rd ~ BLDG 344 (External Site)

Date Posted: 2026-08-13

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: DoD Clearance: Secret

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.

What You Will Do

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.

This position is on a service contract with a set (non-negotiable) hourly rate of $28.91/hour. In addition, a Health & Welfare benefit is paid at $5.75/hour.

What You Will Learn

• Perform the operation of ROTHR RADAR system, primarily PC-based platforms to monitor and track surface and air contacts.
• Perform ionosphere propagation assessment by manually modeling the ionosphere's layers using PC-based resources.
• Perform frequency selection by interpreting the ionospheric model and assigning the proper RADAR parameters for detection and tracking capability of the designated target type.
• Monitor and modify RADAR resources as necessary to meet tasking parameters. Monitor and assist ROTHR tracking software in validating and reporting aircraft and surface contacts within the RADAR coverage area. Interpret RADAR returns to identify take-offs and landings of aircraft.
• Monitor and copy external communications information relayed over HF radio links. Interact with Agile Client terminal for pertinent track data.
• Receive technical guidance and tasking from supervisor or higher-level operator.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three years RADAR Operations / technical school.
• Four years of applicable experience.
• Experience with Windows 10.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued DoD Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance and to obtain any required Export Authorization.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Four years minimum radar experience.
• Previous experience monitoring radar tracking displays and HF radio transmissions.
• Previous air defense, air controller, or OS experience.

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.
• Not eligible for Relocation

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.

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