Zumwalt Network Technician

Prattwhitney; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Field Engineer – Field Engineering to support the Zumwalt Total Ship Activation program in Pascagoula, MS. The role involves network removal, installation, integration, testing, and validation on shipboard systems.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s or advanced degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience and an active security clearance. Travel is not anticipated; involves collaboration with naval and contractor teams.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Active U.S. government security clearance is required prior to start date.
• Experience with software/network systems, hardware/software integration, or system activation and testing.

Responsibilities

• Take down old networks, pull cables and racks.
• Populate and depopulate server racks and hardware.
• Install and maintain TSCEI software aboard Zumwalt class vessels.
• Collaborate with Software and Network Technicians and Engineers.
• Perform equipment installation, checkout, testing, and reporting of results.

Skills

Network & Electronics

Security Clearance

Shipboard Testing

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

Naval Communications

C4I Systems

HW/SW Integration

Job description

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 currently seeking a Senior Field Engineer – Field Engineering with strong Network and electronics skills to perform network removal, installation, integration, test, and validation activities. You will support the Total Ship Computer Environment infra (TSCEi) team supporting the Zumwalt Total Ship Activation program. You will provide electronics expertise for ships at port undergoing network refresh. Overall program support involves integration, validation, and sell off for various defense systems on the Zumwalt program.

Position Location: Pascagoula, MS. Travel not anticipated.

What You Will Do

• Initial responsibilities will include taking down old networks, pulling cables and racks out.
• Populate and depopulate Server racks.
• Upkeep and installation of the TSCEI (Total Ship Computing Environment Infrastructure) software aboard Zumwalt Class vessels.
• Work collaboratively with a team of highly skilled Software and Network Technician and Engineers.
• Perform equipment installation, checkout, testing, reporting of results, EXCOMMs, C4I, SW, HW and FW upgrades and maintaining records as needed.
• Provide regular internal status reports to the TSCEi Team.
• Provide support demonstrating system stage tests.
• Interact with the Shipbuilder, SUPSHIP, Ship’s Force and outside vendors on TSCE issues and concerns.
• Perform normal climbing and lifting associated with shipboard electronic work.

Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advance Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years’ experience. 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. Experience with software / network systems, hardware / software integration, or system activation and test, including hands‑on experience working with electrical and computer systems design, integration, and test in either a lab or field setting. Experience with Naval Communications systems and C4I systems. Experience safely conducting testing and integration in a shipboard environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of completed integration events.
• Customer focus and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated Multi-tasking skills – close out projects completely.
• Prior experience working with Military and Commercial Marine control systems.
• Experience with test procedure development and test conduct.
• Familiarity with Zumwalt Ship networks and equipment.
• Computer, Network and Fiber Optic Certifications.
• C4I and combat system test tools (hardware and software).
• Ability to perform work on board a naval vessel under construction and during trial periods at sea. Prior experience working in this environment would be an advantage.
• Interest in future work which may involve travel while providing support to ships under construction or underway for at sea events, a plus.

What We Offer

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. 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.

Not relocation eligible. Not eligible for employee referral.

Location & Employment Details

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.

Application Window

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.