Senior Engineer - Electrical/Electronics Engineering (Onsite)

RTX•Rockford, IL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Senior Engineer - Electrical/Electronics Engineering to support Collins Aerospace electronics products in the post-production environment. This cross-functional role focuses on troubleshooting, product improvements, redesigns, and technical support across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and program teams.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience with electronics manufacturing or hardware troubleshooting environments preferred.
Experience with schematic capture tools such as Cadence LTSpice
Ability to perform various electrical design analyses (such as Stress, Performance, Stability, etc.)
Familiarity with electronics manufacturing test equipment and validation methods
Experience with failure analysis techniques (FMEA, root cause analysis, 8D, fault tree, etc.)
Ability to interpret and update electronic schematics, BOMs, and design documentation.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working independently and effectively collaborating within cross-functional engineering teams, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot electronics hardware related to field returns, Zero Hour returns, yield issues, and production test failures
Debug and support production test solutions
Perform electrical analysis, part evaluations, and circuit-level troubleshooting
Support obsolescence and cost-reduction redesign initiatives
Drive product improvements and investigate recurring hardware issues
Provide technical input and review for Supplier Requests for Information (SRIs)
Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and cross-functional engineering teams
Conduct Obsolescence Health Reviews (OHRs) by evaluating Obsolescence Health Reports and coordinating with the Obsolescence team.
Perform part comparison analyses and develop engineering recommendations for alternatives.
Support redesign efforts to address part obsolescence, shortages, cost reduction initiatives, or product improvements.
Work closely with program chief engineers to provide technical support for the assigned programs and products.
Maintain project schedules, budget tracking, and weekly team meeting support.
Interface with program teams, suppliers, and cross‑functional partners to ensure alignment and timely execution.

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