Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Avionics Test Engineering

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-112 400 Collins Rd NE BLDG 112

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 Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX the world largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer you will focus on designing and developing modular mechanical solutions for avionics test equipment with an emphasis on cost reduction reuse and common architecture. Youll work across the full product lifecycleconcept prototyping testing and productionwhile collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve engineering challenges and support manufacturing.

What You Will Do:

• Create Modular designs for a family of test equipment pertaining to Boundary Scan and Power Supply Testing

• Champion common architecture in Mechanical design with a specific focus on design for cost reduction and reuse

• Developing designs documentation creation and modification production support

• Contribute to the success of a cross-functional team to develop solutions to production and field testing could include initial design prototyping and environment testing solutions.

• Develop and review product designs and analyze development and design requirements

• Design of test fixtures cables interconnects and associated documentation

• Perform tolerance analysis

• Prepare and present project / technical information to peers internal management and customers

• Plan and manage tasks effectively

• Facilitate documentation and drawings of mechanical designs from inception through release

• Specific tasks include enclosure structural design thermal vibration other environmental considerations design verification prototype build and production transition to the factory.

What You Will Learn:

• How to optimize solutions through proactive mitigation of needs

• Develop forward-thinking skills on how to strategically plan architecture

• Capture Stakeholder input to ensure voice of customer is considered and supported

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science Technology Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

• Demonstrated experience interacting with various engineering teams comprised of other mechanical engineers mechanical drafters electrical engineers software engineers and system engineers.

• 5 Years of experience with NX Designer Solidworks or similar design tools and common fabrication practices (subtractive and additive)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Candidate must be detail oriented and be able to excel in a team environment

• Familiar with Collins or Avionics products

• Mechanical test equipment design experience focused on portfolio offering development

• Experience decomposing requirements for physical design

• Organizational skills with ability to effectively communicate design choices based on broad mix of UUTs considered

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical dental and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance home and auto insurance additional life and accident insurancecritical illnessinsurance group legal ID theft protection

• Birth adoption parental leave benefits

• Ovia Health fertility and family planning

• Adoption Assistance

• Autism Benefit

• Employee Assistance Plan including up to 10 free counseling sessions

• Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program

• Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits

• Bright Horizons child and elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program

• And more!

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now

Collins Aerospace an RTX company is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Onsite: 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.

At Collins the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team thats redefining aerospace every day.

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 86800 USD - 165200 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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