Sr Electrical Engineer - Avionics Test Engineering
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. We have a growth opportunity for an Expert-On-Call (EOC) Engineer to troubleshoot and optimize complex test solutions. 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.
Requirements
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field or in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience.
- 2+ years of experience designing and supporting design of electrical assemblies.
- 2+ years of experience writing or modifying software source code.
Nice To Haves
- Experience designing and supporting design of electrical assemblies.
- Experience writing or modifying software source code.
- Problem-solving skills with ability to proactively identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical challenges and deliver high-quality engineering solutions efficiently.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
Responsibilities
- Lead troubleshooting, deployment, and maintenance of hardware and software for automated test solutions deployed in Collins production facilities, service centers, and external customers such as airlines.
- Develop, update, and maintain software using programming languages such as C#/.NET, NI TestStand, NI LabVIEW, as well as legacy tools like TurboAtlas.
- Design and update electrical hardware drawings for circuit card assemblies, cables, test adapters, and test stations.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for proprietary hardware and software, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy
- Apply engineering troubleshooting techniques and tools to diagnose root causes and implement corrective actions.
- 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 Program, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
