Staff Technician - Test Engineering (Onsite)

RTX•Burnsville, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Sensors Test Engineering team in Burnsville Minnesota is seeking a Staff Technician to join our team of experienced engineers and technicians supporting production. As a member of our team, you will lead in building and assembling innovative test solutions supporting both commercial and defense sensor products. In this role, you will be exposed to a wide variety of test solutions at various stages of their life cycle. A successful candidate will be a fast learner with the ability to respond to requests efficiently, have a strong background in both electrical and mechanical test system build and assembly, and a curiosity to troubleshoot and solve test equipment problems.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
6+ years as a technician supporting assembly and or testing.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in building complex cable assemblies, test boxes, and assemblies of test systems for the aviation industry (military specification, AS9100)
Proficient knowledge reviewing and editing engineering schematics and wire lists, and Minnesota State Electrical codes and statues to pass inspection.
Proficient knowledge of tools, testing equipment, soldering, and crimping (hand, electric, pneumatic).
Demonstrates clear communication and mentorship skills.
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.
Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks.
Collins Enterprise Values including Safety | Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.

Responsibilities

Lead developing, integrating, and testing electrical components, and equipment systems as well as resolving day-to-day technical problems by troubleshooting electrical devices problems on the production line.
Lead in the building of test hardware (cables, boxes, system racks, etc.) and test solutions per engineering drawings.
Create and review test system designs and documentation with engineering to meet customer requirements. Will work in updating documentation (drawings, schematics, BOM, classification) or providing markups of new and existing test hardware.
You will provide guidance for engineering regarding prototype design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
You will work in a collaborative team environment and be able to communicate effectively with engineers, operators, and technicians.
You will lead in orienting, training, and inspecting the work of fellow technical employees.

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!