Principal Electrical Engineer Avionics Test – Displays (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids IA 400 Collins Rd NE Cedar Rapids IA 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospaces industry-leading cockpit displays provide the enhanced situational awareness required to drive success in both military and commercial aviation. Avionics Test Engineering has an opportunity for a Principal Electrical Engineer to design innovative hardware and software test solutions for an array of Collins Aerospace Display products.

The primary responsibility of this position is to develop test software and hardware for aviation products. The Collins Aerospace Avionics Test Engineering organization is a global engineering team responsible for the design development and maintenance of manufacturing test solutions. These solutions support our $5B Avionics strategic business and external customers including armed services and airlines both domestic and international.

In this role youll tackle complex technical challenges across a variety of hardware and software systems including commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components such as switch systems oscilloscopes multimeters and power supplies. Youll lead hands-on engineering troubleshooting activities with both modern and legacy technologies ensuring test solutions meet the highest standards of performance and collaborate with engineers and leaders across global locations sharing expertise and contributing to projects that impact customers worldwide. This highly collaborative role offers exposure to advanced aerospace systems mentorship opportunities and a pathway to future leadership roles. As a senior member of the team youll contribute to technical strategy and play a key role in shaping the future of Avionics Test Engineering at Collins Aerospace.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Design code test integrate and document production test software for aviation displays products automated test solutions deployed in Collins production facilities service centers as well as external customers such as airlines.
• Design test hardware including fixtures cabling printed wiring boards and circuit cards
• Develop update and maintain software using programming languages such as C#/.NET NI TestStand NI LabVIEW as well as legacy tools like TurboAtlas.
• Develop and support of Environmental Stress Screening (thermal and vibration) test equipment and software suites.
• Develop engineering estimates for complex tasks
• Perform engineering requirements capture analysis and creation for complex designs
• Lead test software design reviews and ensure the generation of appropriate design documentation
• Prepare and present project and/or technical information to peers internal management and customers
• Mentor emerging engineers by providing technical guidance and fostering skill development.

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:

• Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree 12 years of relevant In absence of a degree 12 years of relevant experience is required.
• 8 years experience programming with C#/C
• 8 years experience with test equipment such as Oscilloscopes Digital Multimeters Signal Generators etc.

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

• Fundamental knowledge of digital electronics.
• Problem-solving skills with ability to proactively identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical challenges.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Collins Enterprise Values including Safety Trust Accountability Respect Collaboration Innovation.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 101000 USD - 203000 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 candidates 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 companys 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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