Radar Operator-3

globalhr; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No relocation

Job summary

RTX in Chesapeake, VA is seeking an experienced ROTHR Radar Operator to support the Navy ROTHR mission. The role requires operating PC-based ROTHR radar systems and maintaining tracking accuracy around the clock at an external site near Chesapeake.

The position demands a DoD Secret clearance (Active and transferable) and U.S. citizenship, with no relocation offered. This is an onsite, service contract role with comprehensive benefits and departmental guidance.

Qualifications

• HS diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Three years RADAR Operations / technical school.
• Active and transferable DoD Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Operate ROTHR RADAR system on PC-based platforms to monitor and track surface and air contacts.
• Model ionosphere layers and perform ionosphere propagation assessment using PC-based resources.
• Select frequencies by interpreting the ionospheric model and setting radar parameters.
• Monitor and adjust RADAR resources to meet tasking and support ROTHR tracking software.
• Interpret RADAR returns to identify aircraft take-offs and landings within the coverage area.
• Monitor HF radio links and interact with Agile Client terminals for pertinent track data.

Skills

RADAR Operations

Windows 10

Security clearance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

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.

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 is a service contract position.

The non-negotiable US Gov't contract rate for this position is $28.91 with $5.75 for Health and Welfare.

What You Will Do

• 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

• 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 4 years of relevant experience
• Three years RADAR Operations / technical school.
• 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: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• No relocation is provided for this position.

Effective applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to the military installation.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.