Electrical Engineer 1 (Onsite)
About The Position
The Rockford, IL Power and Controls division is looking for an entry level Electrical Engineer 1. This role is onsite, in Rockford, IL. This role may be eligible for relocation. 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) obtained prior to start.
- U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62.
- Basic knowledge of electrical components (resistors, capacitors, inductors, transistors, integrated circuits).
- Understanding of circuit theory and system design principles.
- Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to embedded systems, microcontrollers, or firmware concepts and troubleshooting hardware.
- Experience with schematic capture or simulation tools (such as Cadence or LTspice).
- Hands-on project experience, internships, or co-op roles related to electrical hardware engineering.
- Familiarity with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers).
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical hardware issues related to field returns, Zero Hour returns, and production yield problems.
- Analyze alternate parts and write justification memos to support Obsolescence and Part Shortage issues to mitigate impact to production.
- Review and interpret electrical schematics, product manuals, and component datasheets to support investigations and issue resolution.
- Assist in schematic updates and design reviews following department standards.
- Perform basic design analyses in accordance with internal requirements and customer specifications.
- Support as cognizant engineer for product Test Equipment team and support and debug production test equipment as needed.
- Contribute to redesign activities focused on cost reduction, part obsolescence, shortages, and product improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- 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 insurance, critical illness insurance, 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
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
