Electrical Engineer I

Prattwhitney; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Holidays

Job summary

RTX invites an entry-level Electrical Engineer to perform schematic capture and PCB layout for DoD-relevant products in an onsite role in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You will contribute to circuit design reviews, testing, and integration with cross-functional teams, using MATLAB/Simulink for analysis and modeling.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, proficiency with schematics, and hands-on lab experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related STEM field by start date.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Foundational knowledge of analog and digital circuit design demonstrated through coursework, labs, or projects.
• Hands-on lab experience testing and debugging circuits and experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• As an entry level Electrical Engineer 1, you will perform schematic capture and PCB layout.
• You will conduct design reviews and verification testing to ensure circuit performance.
• You will test and debug circuits in a lab environment using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to select components and integrate designs.
• You will utilize tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or Mathcad for analysis and modeling and will assist in defining layout constraints and reviewing PCB layouts for accuracy.
• You will support design for manufacturability and production release of circuit card assemblies.

Skills

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Lab testing

Component selection

MATLAB/Simulink

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

LTspice

PSpice

DxDesigner

Xpedition

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A 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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. 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:

• As an entry level Electrical Engineer 1 at Collins Aerospace/RTX, You will perform schematic capture and printed circuit board (PCB) layout using industry-standard tools.
• You will conduct design reviews and verification testing to ensure circuit performance meets requirements.
• You will test and debug circuits in a lab environment using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to select components and integrate designs.
• You will utilize tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or Mathcad for analysis and modeling and will assist in defining layout constraints and reviewing PCB layouts for accuracy.
• You will support design for manufacturability and production release of circuit card assemblies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) degree obtained by start date.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Foundational knowledge of analog and digital circuit design demonstrated through coursework, labs, or projects.
• Hands-on lab experience testing and debugging circuits and experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators.
• “Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.”

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with circuit simulation tools such as LTspice, PSpice, SIMPLIS, ADS, or equivalent.
• Experience taking circuit card assemblies from concept through production release.
• Experience using ECAD tools such as Siemens Xpedition, DxDesigner, HyperLynx, or equivalent.
• Experience defining layout constraints and reviewing PCB layouts.
• Experience using MATLAB, Python, or similar analysis tools.

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for 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. 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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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 candidate’s 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.

• 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
• 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 company’s 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.