Staff Technician (T4) – Test Engineering – Onsite (1st shift)

RTX•Burnsville, MN

4d•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. 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. What You Will Do: You will be responsible for building and assembling test hardware (cables, valve boxes, control boxes, interface boxes, etc.) and test solutions per engineering drawings, as well as resolving day-to-day technical problems by troubleshooting electrical equipment and device problems on the production line. You will create and review test system designs and documentation with engineering to meet customer requirements. Will work in updating documentation (drawings, schematics, BOM, classification) and or providing markups of new and existing test hardware. You will work in a collaborative team environment and be able to communicate effectively with engineers, operators, and technicians. You will assist in mentoring, coaching, and checking the work of technical support employees. What you will learn: You will learn to work as a team to solve the most difficult problems. You will learn to manage your time and work in an agile environment. You will learn how to build and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pressure, video, and laser test equipment and test systems. You will learn electrical and mechanical design best practices in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience.
AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

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.

Responsibilities

building and assembling test hardware (cables, valve boxes, control boxes, interface boxes, etc.) and test solutions per engineering drawings
resolving day-to-day technical problems by troubleshooting electrical equipment and device problems on the production line
creating and reviewing test system designs and documentation with engineering to meet customer requirements
updating documentation (drawings, schematics, BOM, classification) and or providing markups of new and existing test hardware
working in a collaborative team environment and be able to communicate effectively with engineers, operators, and technicians
assisting in mentoring, coaching, and checking the work of technical support 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!