About The Position
Collins Aerospace is looking to hire a highly motivated Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our Mission Systems organization. This role will support the Strategic Defense Solutions (SDS) portfolio and contribute to advancing our Engineering Design (EDE) efforts. As part of the SDS portfolio, you will work with the Mission Management team within Integrated Platforms, focusing on the design and development of secure voice and networking communication systems for military applications. Your primary responsibilities will include leading key aspects of the development of an aircraft-certified end instrument for use across all Mission Management. This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered. This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.
Requirements
- 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 professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in electrical design and development, with a focus on communication systems or similar technologies.
- Strong proficiency in schematic capture, electronics packaging, and hardware design.
- Solid understanding of microcontroller, FPGA, and SoC/SoM architectures.
- Demonstrated experience in creating technical documentation, such as SCDs, ICDs, and hardware requirement specifications.
- Proven ability to lead and participate in technical reviews, ensuring alignment with program goals.
- Experience with military communication systems or dual-use technologies.
- Familiarity with aircraft-certified end instruments or related systems.
- Knowledge of secure voice and networking communication standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to the design and development of secure Voice and Networking communication products, including System on Chip (SoC)/System on Module (SoM), microcontrollers, and FPGA-based systems.
- Oversee and execute the development and documentation of electronics packaging designs, schematic capture, and hardware requirements.
- Develop and maintain procurement documentation, including Source Control Drawings (SCD), Interface Control Documents (ICD), and Top-Level Kit Drawings.
- Author and manage System Hardware Requirement Specifications (SHRS) to ensure compliance with program requirements.
- Plan and conduct Preliminary Engineering Review Process (PREP) reviews to ensure design integrity and alignment with program objectives.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure products meet both military and dual-use commercial application standards.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams.
- Identify and troubleshoot complex technical issues, proposing and implementing effective solutions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
- And more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
