Principal Electrical Engineer (Onsite)

RTX•Winston-Salem, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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. The role of the Principal Electrical Engineer is to assess issues as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), and drive RCCA and implementation of design fixes. This role will require the successful candidate to have a strong foundation in root cause analysis skills, and ability to work across multiple departments to resolve issues. In addition to these core skills, the successful candidate will be seen as a SME in electrical aspects of the aircraft seating field to include software integration and be able to resolve in-service issues the department is experiencing, as well as articulating internally and externally in-service issues the department is experiencing. This individual must be able to streamline processes for identification of in-service issues and utilize problem solving skills that combat difficult to often complex issues; typically impact multiple departments or specialties. Responsible for overseeing electrical engineering processes and procedures to ensure the impact on customers and sustaining efforts is adequately captured and accounted for. Acts as the representative of Product Support for Engineering in all aspects of ESI and Actuation issues across all platforms.

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.
Experience in electrical technical/product knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Electrical Engineer, 10 plus years’ experience in Electrical System integration and Actuation.
Hands-on experience working with electromechanical components, including assembly, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation.
Strong ability to read, interpret, and apply mechanical drawings, engineering schematics, and technical documentation.
Solid understanding of mechanical design principles, including tolerance analysis, material selection, and basic CAD model interpretation.
Expertise in designing, simulating, and implementing complex electrical systems and circuits.
Experience working with microcontrollers, decentralized serial communication protocols (CAN), PCBs, and integration into mechanical systems.
Team player, with excellent problem solving, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Well versed in navigating Collins Aerospace matrix and interweaving functions and coordinating with stakeholders to drive results.
Knowledge in root cause analysis and field investigations
Advanced knowledge of Teamcenter PLM, NX CAD, Jira, mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes.
Must have Experience with Altium 3D PCB design tool
Knowledge of aircraft seating and certification requirements.
Knowledge of aerospace materials
RCCA tools (5-why, Fishbone Diagram, Six Sigma, FMEA, DOE)
Experienced with signal processing, communications.

Responsibilities

Hands-on experience working with communication protocols such as CAN Bus and RS‑485, including configuration, diagnostics, and data analysis.
Proven track record of troubleshooting electromechanical systems, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
Fundamental knowledge of electronics, including circuits, sensors, and basic electrical measurements.
Ability and willingness to travel onsite as needed to perform in‑person troubleshooting for failures reported on aircraft or related systems.
New program support – Design and test reviews to ensure in service lesson learned are incorporated – highly involved in reliability testing and development/modification testing as necessary.
Attend design reviews with OE engineering.
Provide recommendations based on quantitative analysis to support product reliability, maintainability, safety, and cost targets.
Utilize risk-based tools, methods where applicable (FMEA, Risk Register, Monte Carlo Simulations)
Responsible for root cause analysis and corrective actions for in-service issues.
Supports Non-Advocate Reviews (NAR) for seating design teams and across Interiors.
Manages technical products aligned with ESI and actuation – to include JIRA tracking and management, internal design support, and continuous improvement efforts. This includes 3rd party devices and systems.
Compiles technical data, generates reports and presents findings to cross functional teams.
Troubleshoots technical problems and issues and recommends actions to company or customer representatives.
Coordinates, prioritizes and resolves issues encountered by experienced team/multiple teams across multiple geographic locations.
Determines how to solve complex escalated issues that would impact the business and provides recommendations for solutions to leadership.
Ability to influence parties within and outside of the job function at an operational level regarding policies, procedures, and practices.
Up to 25% travel, based on business needs.

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
Relocation assistance