Full-Time

Patriot Master Gunner/Operator Instructor

Posted on 11/23/2025

RTX

RTX

10,001+ employees

Aerospace, defense, and avionics manufacturer

Compensation Overview

$82k - $164k/yr

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

El Paso, TX, USA

In Person

Onsite role with two assigned locations: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and El Paso, TX, USA.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Electrical Engineering (2)
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Requirements
  • Patriot Master Gunner certification from the US Army Air Defense School
  • Certified Instructor and Trainer
  • Ability to develop training programs for certifying Soldiers in Air Defense systems and posture
  • Demonstrated experience in the technical support and operations of the ICC, ECS, RS, CRG, BMC, IFF, AMG, GMT, LRPT AND LS
  • Experienced in using ECS troubleshooting software aids such as Status Monitor
  • Knowledge and experience in the utilization of common industry external test equipment, such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power meters, frequency counters, spectrum and digital analyzers
  • Demonstrated experience providing Technical Instruction and Training in a classroom environment
  • Experience in the frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards
  • Minimum of 4 years of direct experience with organizational level maintenance on Patriot Missile Systems
  • Must have successfully completed the following Courses: U.S. Army Patriot Operator and System Mechanic Course for MOS; 24T/14E, 140E or an equivalent course of instruction conducted under the auspices of the U.S. Army Air Defense School or the Patriot Missile System Contractor
  • Active and transferable U.S. government issued 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
  • Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of related experience, or Associates Degree with 8 years’ experience or HS Diploma/GED with 12 years of related experience
  • US Army Master Gunner’s Course
Responsibilities
  • Instruct students at the Air Defense Forces Institute (ADFI) in the design and implementation defense architecture that will enable them to employ Air Defense weapon systems using the strategies of the Contemporary Operating Environment (COE) in airspace management, operations, planning and evaluation.
  • Teach RSADF officers how to both employ and properly fire the Patriot Weapons System.
  • Train RSADF soldiers in the operation and maintenance of the Patriot system.
  • Evaluates test results and submits attendance and grade records of students.
  • Reviews progress of assigned class or students and makes recommendations to improve the quality of patriot training at the Air Defense Forces institute.
  • Participates in all other functions of the training department as directed.
  • Provide Technical Instruction and Training at the Air Defense Forces Institute (ADFI) using conference and practical exercise teaching methods.
  • Topics would include Patriot System operations and maintenance.
  • Performs other related duties as directed by the section officer.
  • Participates in on-the-job training programs, and assists the section officer in enforcing safety policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Identifies faulty work practices and demonstrates proper maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Prepares and submits maintenance reports and Patriot Failure Reports (SPRs).
  • Performs other duties as required or directed by the section officer.
  • Provides technical assistance in maintaining the Patriot power generation equipment, communications equipment and assists in missile handling operations as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to develop defense designs based for various locations and threats, as well as created a Battalion level Tactical Seminar (TACSEM)
  • Knowledge in Patriot Engagement Control Station Operations
  • Perform the duties and responsibilities in the role of a Tactical Control Officer (TCO)
  • Experienced field engineer with military training in Patriot Configuration II/III Air Defense systems at the organizational level
  • Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of Remote Launch Communication Upgrade (RLCEU)
  • Fiber Optic/ RF cable troubleshooting and repair. Understanding and knowledge of military communications systems and encryption devices
  • US military Instructor training and experience in Patriot Missile Systems
  • Experienced working and communicating with an OCONUS customer

RTX designs and builds products for both civilian aviation and national defense. Its main units are Collins Aerospace (avionics, interiors, flight systems, and other aircraft technologies), Pratt & Whitney (aircraft engines and propulsion systems), and Raytheon (missiles, sensors, cybersecurity, and other defense technologies). The products work by integrating advanced propulsion, avionics, and defense systems into airplanes and military platforms to improve performance, safety, and security. RTX differs from competitors by combining a broad, integrated portfolio across commercial aviation and defense under one company, with a long history from two historic aerospace and defense groups and a strategy focused on providing end-to-end aerospace and defense solutions. Its goal is to be a leading supplier of reliable, high-performance systems and services for civil aircraft, military platforms, and national security missions.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • Pratt & Whitney's $100M Poland plant boosts engine production 30% by 2028 amid surging demand.
  • $3.7B Ukraine Patriot GEM-T contract drives Raytheon 10% Q1 sales growth from geopolitical tensions.
  • Commercial aftermarket sales rise 19% as airlines extend older aircraft operations.

What critics are saying

  • Pratt & Whitney GTF durability issues ground A320neo fleets, slashing aftermarket revenue 20-30%.
  • Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman capture 40% hypersonic interceptor market in 12-24 months.
  • SpaceX Starshield wins $4B NRO contract, obsoleting Raytheon OPIR satellites in 18-24 months.

What makes RTX unique

  • RTX integrates Pratt & Whitney engines, Collins Aerospace avionics, and Raytheon missiles under one 2020 merger.
  • Raytheon delivers NGG satellite sensors detecting hypersonic missile heat signatures for US Space Force.
  • RTX maintains 90-year consecutive cash dividends with $271B Q1 2026 backlog across commercial and defense.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Program

Gym Membership

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Assistance

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Employee Scholar Program

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

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Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 14th, 2026
Air Canada's A321XLR fleet to feature Collins Aerospace Aurora suites and economy seats

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, and Air Canada have announced that Air Canada's new Airbus A321XLR fleet will feature Collins seating throughout. Each aircraft will have 14 Aurora business class suites and 168 Meridian+ economy seats. The custom lie-flat Aurora suites, unveiled at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, are designed to provide a widebody business class experience on single-aisle aircraft. The suites' proprietary shape maximises passenger living space whilst expanding galley capacity for long-haul service. The Meridian+ economy seats incorporate widebody design principles with contoured architecture to provide additional space for passengers. Air Canada has selected enhanced seatback options for improved stowage, inflight entertainment and power supply. The first of 30 Air Canada A321XLRs will enter service this spring.

PR Newswire
Apr 13th, 2026
RTX's Raytheon unveils event-based mid-wave infrared camera for real-time high-speed threat tracking

Raytheon, an RTX business, has successfully demonstrated a first-of-its-kind event-based mid-wave infrared camera that tracks high-speed objects in real time whilst reducing processing and power demands. Unlike traditional cameras that capture full frames, the event-based camera tracks only pixel-level motion, producing a continuous stream of events. During a demonstration in Northern California, the camera tracked multiple targets including ground vehicles, aircraft and live fires by capturing rapid motion unachievable with conventional infrared cameras. By reporting only changes in motion rather than full image frames, it delivered near-instantaneous activity views. Developed under DARPA's FENCE programme, the technology has potential applications in battlefield awareness, missile guidance and surveillance. Raytheon is now exploring follow-on demonstrations across broader mission scenarios.

Yahoo Finance
Apr 4th, 2026
RTX secures $6.6B F-35 engine contract and releases open-source cyber defense toolkit

RTX has secured a multibillion-dollar contract for F135 engine production supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme, whilst its subsidiary BBN Technologies released Maude-HCS, an open-source cyber defence toolkit funded by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. The F135 award, valued at approximately $3.8 billion under one modification and referenced as a $6.6 billion package across lots 18 and 19, reinforces Pratt & Whitney's position on the F-35 programme. The Maude-HCS toolkit enables modelling and validation of covert communication networks for cyber defence efforts. RTX shares last closed at $196.21, returning 69.9% over the past year. The announcements deepen RTX's involvement in both software-centric and hardware-heavy defence missions, adding to the company's existing backlog alongside peers including Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman.

PR Newswire
Apr 1st, 2026
RTX's BBN Technologies releases open-source Maude-HCS toolkit to validate covert cyber networks

RTX's BBN Technologies has released Maude-HCS, an open-source toolkit that enables cyber defence teams to model, test and validate covert communication networks. Funded by DARPA under its PWND2 program, the toolkit is now available on GitHub. Maude-HCS predicts latency, data rate and detection timelines with just 1% to 9% error compared to experimental deployments. The system replaces weeks of trial-and-error testing with automated analysis delivering results in hours, running on standard eight-core servers. Hidden communication systems are critical for national security and internet freedom, allowing journalists and armed forces to exchange information safely in high-risk environments. The toolkit enables rigorous validation of covert channels before deployment, helping ensure they remain both effective and undetectable whilst meeting mission requirements.

PR Newswire
Mar 31st, 2026
Pratt & Whitney wins $6.6B F135 engine contract to boost F-35 production

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, has been awarded a $6.6 billion contract for lots 18-19 of the F135 engine, which powers all F-35 Lightning II variants. The contract modification includes $3.8 billion for production, engines, spares, modules and support services. The company is investing heavily to increase production capacity, having committed over $1 billion in the past five years to expand and modernise facilities. These investments have increased current F135 production rates by 20% over previous contract rates. The F135 programme supports over 66,000 jobs across 47 US states and generated more than $9 billion in domestic economic impact in 2025. Pratt & Whitney has delivered over 1,400 production F135 engines for the F-35 programme, which serves 20 allied nations worldwide.

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