AN/TPY-2 Hardware Maintainer

About the role

• Date Posted: 2026-10-19
• Country: United States of America
• Location: US-TX-EL PASO-M2 ~ 7201 Montana Ave ~ BLDG M2
• 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 RTX, the world's 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 freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Program is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to serve as a Hardware Maintainer for a deployed Forward-Based AN/TPY-2 radar system. This critical role ensures the radar system remains fully operational 24/7 by planning and executing hardware maintenance activities. The Hardware Maintainer will collaborate closely with U.S. Army Unit Command, Maintenance teams, and Systems Engineering personnel to sustain on-site operations and maintain the overall health and readiness of the radar system.

This is a deployable, unaccompanied role that supports a rotational schedule. Deployment will be to an undisclosed location, which will be discussed during the interview process. The selected individual must be prepared to operate in challenging tactical environments, potentially under high-stress conditions, and must maintain a mission-ready status at all times. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a vital role in supporting mission-critical operations while applying technical expertise and leadership capabilities.

What You Will Do

Radar Maintenance and Operations

• Perform all aspects of hardware maintenance for the AN/TPY-2 radar system, including preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Assist in maintenance planning and execution, including independent assessments, audits, and special inspections of radar activities.
• Identify required job orders, document actions in the Automated Logistics Control System (ALCS), and perform corrective maintenance tasks through completion.

Mission Readiness and Deployment

• Maintain a mission-ready focus and retain deployable status at all times.
• Support rotational schedules with readiness to deploy to work locations with little or no prior notice, depending on mission requirements.
• Ensure operational readiness of the radar system in variedv and challenging environments.

What You Will Learn

• Gain hands-on experience in maintaining and sustaining the AN/TPY-2 radar system.
• Develop expertise in contributing to the success of the CLS Program and the broader air defense mission as a Hardware Maintainer.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Completion of the AN/TPY-2 Core Conduct course and on-the-job training, OR U.S. Army THAAD experience, OR successful completion of training via the Raytheon SkillBridge Program.
• At least 2 years of experience in troubleshooting and operational checkout of AN/TPY-2 systems.
• Documented experience in a leadership or management position.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated excellence in past performance and a strong technical aptitude.
• Ability to operate effectively in high-stress situations.
• Proficiency in technical writing and oral communication.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Experience with logistics operations and knowledge of the Automated Logistics Control System (ALCS).

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.
• 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.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 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.