Senior Field Service Engineer (EUCOM)

RTX; McKinney (TX); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Overseas assignment support

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Field Service Engineer to join our Field Engineering team in US-TX. This onsite/Hybrid role supports a United States Air Force worldwide deployable program, with international assignment within EUCOM. Expect irregular schedules, mission-driven work, and potential hostile environments.

The position requires a STEM degree, 5+ years of engineering experience, and active U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• Experience in military operations, data processing, radar/IR/RF systems.
• Proficiency with UNIX operating systems.
• Understanding of radar fundamentals and flight-line procedures.
• Ability to deploy worldwide on short notice.
• Active and transferable U.S. government security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Implement product configurations and enhancements per customer specs.
• Support missions through field activities and customer collaboration.
• Maintain and complete training ahead of schedule.
• Monitor and analyze performance of complex data-processing systems.
• Troubleshoot hardware vs. software root causes and implement fixes.
• Maintain aircraft-mounted sensor equipment for readiness.
• Provide flight-line support for system operation and pre-mission activities.
• Assist with system checkout and validation prior to flight operations.
• Integrate and update system software and hardware as required.
• Collaborate with a globally dispersed group of users, analysts, and customers.

Education

Bachelor''s degree in STEM

Tools

UNIX

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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:

Secret - Current

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.

Raytheon is seeking a Senior Field Service Engineer to join our Field Engineering team. In this critical role, you will provide operational support for a United States Air Force worldwide deployable program.

This is an onsite, unaccompanied position that requires a long-term international assignment within EUCOM. The role is designated mission-essential, and additional compensation is provided. Work schedules may be irregular and are subject to change based on mission requirements. The assigned area of responsibility may include environments with potential hostile threats.

Employment is contingent upon meeting all medical requirements for overseas assignments including comprehensive post-offer medical examination if required.

What You Will Do

• Execute product implementations, modifications, and enhancements in alignment with customer specifications.
• Support customer missions and initiatives through collaborative, team‑oriented field activities.
• Maintain and complete all required customer and company training ahead of schedule.
• Monitor, analyze, and characterize the performance of complex data‑processing systems.
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults, identifying hardware versus software root causes.
• Recommend, initiate, and oversee corrective actions to resolve system issues.
• Maintain aircraft‑mounted sensor equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Provide U.S. Air Force flight‑line support for system operation and pre‑mission activities.
• Assist with aircraft checkout and system validation prior to flight operations.
• Integrate and update system software and hardware as required.
• Collaborate with a globally dispersed group of users, analysts, contractor personnel, and customers.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5+ years of prior engineering experience.
• Experience in military operations, data processing, system administration, radar, infrared (IR), or radio‑frequency systems.
• Proven expertise in sensor‑payload maintenance.
• Proficiency with UNIX operating systems.
• Understanding of radar fundamentals, U.S. Air Force flight‑line procedures and regulations, and Solaris environments.
• Ability to deploy worldwide on short notice in support of mission 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft maintenance and flight‑line operations.
• Knowledge of Military Equipment Accounts and Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).
• Experience working with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imagery.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring schematics and diagrams for troubleshooting.
• Hands‑on experience performing electrical wiring and cannon‑plug repairs; proficient with soldering tools.
• Experience using digital oscilloscopes, signal generators, and multimeters.
• Skilled in fiber‑optic inspection and maintenance using digital fiber‑optic scopes and power meters.
• Ability to maintain shop programs in accordance with Air Force Instructions (AFIs) with minimal supervision.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork abilities, with experience collaborating effectively with end users, analysts, internal personnel, and customers in global environments.

Special Work Conditions

• Rotating shift work is required.
• Travel and extended working hours are expected based on mission needs.
• Ability to lift up-to 40 pounds and remain seated for extended periods.
• Willingness and ability to obtain all inoculations required by the U.S. military.
• Ability to deploy worldwide on short notice.
• Willingness to work in environments that may include harsh or austere living conditions (extreme temperatures, limited amenities, deployed settings, etc.).

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.

Clearance Information:

More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

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The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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