EE Lab Master Technician Lead (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Rockford is seeking an EE Lab Master Technician Lead to support our production and development test labs. You will lead a team of hourly technicians, troubleshoot complex electronic equipment, install and calibrate instruments, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong diagnostic skills, and collaboration with engineering and operators to keep production on track.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of electronic equipment experience, or 3 years with advanced degree.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create equipment wiring schematics.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access program information.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of hourly technicians to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex electronic equipment, including PCBs, motors, and drives.
• Install equipment, set up machines, and verify proper function through inspections and maintenance.
• Measure, analyze, and calibrate instrumentation and equipment for setup and checkout.
• Develop and troubleshoot electrical systems in collaboration with engineering and operators.
• Read and create equipment wiring schematics and understand mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Skills

Electronic troubleshooting

Instrumentation calibration

Schematic interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14
Country: United States of America
Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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 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.

What You Will Do

We are seeking a EE Lab Master Technician Lead to support our Rockford production and development test labs. This role focuses on the repair, adjustment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex equipment, machinery, and instrumentation to ensure reliable functionality and compliance with process and safety specifications. As a lead, you will be responsible for supervising and guiding a team of hourly technicians to ensure efficient operations and adherence to safety and quality standards. You will collaborate with internal customers, trades, and shared services to support production and development equipment and projects.

• Supervise and provide guidance to a team of hourly technicians to ensure effective performance and adherence to standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex electronic equipment, including printed circuit boards, motors, and drives.
• Perform equipment installation, machine setup, and ensure proper functioning through ongoing inspection and maintenance.
• Measure, analyze, and calibrate instrumentation and equipment for setup and check-out.
• Develop and troubleshoot electrical systems from incomplete information, collaborating with engineering and operators.
• Read, interpret, and create equipment and wiring schematics.
• Understand mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for testing or maintenance of parts or systems.
• Provide training to operators and technicians to ensure proper equipment use.
• Create and update procedures and work instructions for equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Conduct equipment inventories and arrange disposal of obsolete equipment.
• Review and estimate design costs, including equipment, installation, labor, materials, and preparation.
• Support technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation to ensure production quality and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires minimum of 5 years of experience or minimum of 3 years of experience with Advanced degree. Bachelor's degree.

• Experience in electronic equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience measuring, analyzing, and calibrating instrumentation and equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create equipment and wiring schematics.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with the National Electric Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E.
• 7 years of related technical equipment experience.
• Prior people leadership experience.
• Fine electronics soldering experience.
• Experience maintaining and repairing motors and drives.
• Experience with electronic software control use and modification.
• Printed circuit board troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Ability to develop and troubleshoot electrical systems in collaboration with engineering and operators.
• Understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for testing and maintenance.
• Experience creating and updating procedures and work instructions for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of customer specifications and regulations to ensure production quality.
• Experience supporting technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation of systems.
• Ability to provide training to operators and technicians on equipment use.

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, addit