Communications Center Radio Operator (Onsite)

Location: US-NY-BOHEMIA-937 ~ 613 Johnson Ave ~ JOHNSON

 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 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. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Do you have a passion for aviation?  Have you always wanted to work with pilots and Air Traffic Controllers?   Do you enjoy providing superior customer service? As a Communications Center Radio Operator, you will be able to do all of this and more! In this role, Collins Aerospace offers a rewarding and challenging opportunity to truly make a difference as an aviation communication professional.       The Communications Center Radio Operator will manage air-to-ground and ground-to-air traffic radio messages and communications for airline dispatchers, pilots, air traffic controllers and other authorized agents. They will provide outstanding customer service while receiving, copying and delivering Air Traffic Control clearances, advisories and information requests.

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.

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, abbreviations and the operation of all applicable equipment.

You Must Have   Typically requires HS diploma