Engineer II, Test Engineering - Electrical Engineering (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-03



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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.

Global Technical Solutions Production Test Engineering is seeking to fill an Electrical Engineer position. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop and sustain test equipment that supports manufacturing and service operations. The engineer in this position must have strong troubleshooting and problemsolving skills in both hardware and software. This role will utilize software and hardware expertise to debug, repair, and update multirack test stations deployed in production.

These test stations include, but are not limited to, the following COTS equipment: network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, fiberoptic measurement devices, optical measurement devices, power supplies, and electronic loads. The position also requires supporting ESS and vibration test equipment and associated software suites.

What You Will Do:

• Integrate newly designed and newly manufactured multirack test systems into engineering and production environments.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance test and automation software using Python, C#, LabVIEW, Visual Basic, and other programming languages as required.
• Diagnose and resolve issues in existing multirack test systems, ensuring reliable operation and minimal downtime.
• Work in small teams with technicians and manufacturing engineers to address Expert On Call (EOC) tickets submitted by production.
• Coordinate test equipment design reviews and ensure the creation of appropriate design documentation.
• Review product designs and create test solutions that maximize test coverage in manufacturing and service environments.
• Prepare and present project and technical information to peers, internal management, and customers.
• Coordinate multiple projects and complex engineering activities while effectively balancing priorities and schedules.
• Work primarily in Cedar Rapids, with occasional travel as required.
• Work independently, multitask, and delegate work to support technicians, engineering support staff, and peers.
• Support external customers and engineers working on Manufacturing License Agreement (MLA) programs.

What You Will Learn:

• Learn and take advantage of opportunities to excel professionally with RTX's exceptional employee scholar programs and continuing education.
• Learn to thrive and be supported in a dynamic team-driven environment.
• Learn to become a champion within our CORE Operating Systems.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.
• Proven experience with Python software development.
• Proven experience troubleshooting complex test systems.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience reviewing product designs and creating test solutions that maximize test coverage in manufacturing and service environments.
• Experience with software development using C#, LabVIEW, Visual Basic, Java, and .NET.
• Experience with test stations, including but not limited to the following COTS equipment: network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, DMMs, logic analyzers, fiberoptic measurement devices, optical measurement devices, power supplies, and electronic loads. This position also requires the development and support of ESS and vibration test equipment and software suites.

What We Offer

• 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 illnessinsurance, 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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, youll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team thats redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidates work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the companys performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.

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