Principal Electrical Engineer - Avionics Test – Displays (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace's 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, you’ll 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. You’ll lead hands-on engineering troubleshooting activities with both modern and legacy technologies, ensuring test solutions meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. You’ll 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, you’ll contribute to technical strategy and play a key role in shaping the future of Avionics Test Engineering at Collins Aerospace.

Requirements

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 experience. OR 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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.

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
And more!