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Communications Center Radio Operator (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace, Livermore, CA, United States


Date Posted:

2026-04-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-LIVERMORE-917 ~ 6011 Industrial Way ~ BLDG 917

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

What You Will Do

You will operate HF/VHF radio, computer, and telephone communication equipment to transcribe pilot communications real‑time.

You will accurately relay information to Air Route Traffic Control (ARTC) Centers, airlines or their agents, other concerned government agencies, and other aeronautical stations.

You will assist with communications between aircraft and various ground support stations.

You will keep Aviation Voice Service Staff and ATC Facilities up to date with information pertaining to in‑flight anomalies.

You will register for and obtain a Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit through the FCC, if you currently do not hold this permit.

You will support a 24/7 operation with mandatory shift work, including holidays.

You will be expected to maintain a typing speed of 40 words per minute on an electronic keyboard.

An essential function is to see and read information on multiple monitors and type on a color‑coded keyboard for eight or more hours of the day. You will be required to pass a vision assessment.

An essential function is to hear independently in each ear and distinguish information through headphones for eight or more hours a day. You will be required to pass a hearing assessment.

What You Will Learn

You will learn how to transcribe pilot communications real‑time into the airline and FAA systems using a variety of technologies including HF/VHF voice communications, analog and digital telephony, text messaging, and satellite communications.

You will learn weather code symbols, procedures related to Air Traffic Control relay operations, and our communications regulations, procedures, and abbreviations, as well as the operation of all applicable equipment.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires an HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g., GED in the US) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline.

Prior experience in customer service.

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience in radio communications, call center customer service, help desk, or radio dispatching.

Prior experience in airline transportation services or public agency dispatching.

Familiarity with the technical and operational terms encountered in aeronautical communication.

Role Type

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

What We Offer

Annual increases each year per the Union Contract with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.

Medical Coverage—Medical coverage for you and your family begins the day you're hired - there's no waiting period.

Retirement Savings Plan (401K)

Life and Accident Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Sick Leave, Personal Days, Holidays, Vacation Time Off

The starting salary for this role is $24 per hour.

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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