GH Sensor Sr. Engineer, Grand Fork, ND

Date Posted:

2026-01-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

ND301: 560 Eielson St Grand Forks AFB 560 Eielson Street Building 542, Grand Forks AFB, ND, 58205 USA

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:

Secret - Current

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.

The Global Hawk Field Service Support team is seeking a Senior Engineer - Services Engineering to provide sensor support to the US Air Force Global Hawk (GH) program located in Grand Forks, ND.

What You Will Do:

• Direct/perform sensor system maintenance on RQ-4 GH Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) Enhanced Integrated Sensor Suite.
• Field Engineers will resolve technical problems and issues in accordance with product specifications and engineering data to recommend repair/sustainment of sensors.
• Advise and mentor military/Raytheon FSRs on the following tasks:
• Remove and install new hardware, update software, interpret engineering data, manage system configuration, operate, inspect and test sensor systems equipment.
• Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommend corrective action.
• Monitor, analyze and characterize the performance of sensor system specific test equipment.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and document/manage performance and maintenance records.
• Work some nights and weekends
• Deploy to CONUS and OCONUS locations on short notice for up 90 days

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 5 years of avionics, sensors, electro-optical, Infrared and/or RF hardware engineering/maintenance experience.
• Experience with computer systems/networks and UNIX operating systems.
• Experience with Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers and Digital Multi-meters.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 5 years of computer hardware/software/system integration experience including ground station support, UNIX, and Solaris 8/10 operating systems.
• 5 years of UAVs and/or Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance aircraft maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of military aircraft maintenance forms, equipment accounts, CAMS/IMDS, and flight line procedures.
• Possess communication skills necessary for problem resolution with military/corporate customers and vendors.
• Work experience with the USAF or other DoD organizations

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.

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 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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