Electrical Engineer II - Computing Products (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids is seeking an innovative and highly driven Electrical Engineer to join our Computing Products Hardware team. You will support products through all lifecycle phases, from design and development to production and service support.

The role emphasizes complex microprocessor and FPGA based circuit design, cost-aware manufacturability, and strict DO-160/DO-254 compliance, with opportunities to present technical information to customers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with hardware/software/systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Support products at all phases of the product lifecycle (design & development, transition to production, factory support, service support).
• Execution of complex microprocessor and FPGA based circuit board design including schematic capture, part selection, and simulation.
• Implement designs balanced for cost, manufacturability and testability.
• Ensure designs comply with DO-160 and DO-254 standards.
• Prepare and present project technical information to peers and internal/external customers.
• Lead development of project plans, schedules and budgets.
• Track progress and resolve obstacles to minimize schedule disruption.
• Monitor costs and re-estimate project costs monthly for predictable performance.

Skills

Hardware integration

Software integration

Systems integration

Troubleshooting

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Schematic capture

FPGA design

Job description

Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131

Date Posted:
2026-08-18
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.
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.
We are looking for an innovative and highly driven Electrical Engineer to join our Computing Products Hardware team within the Computing Products team

What You Will Do:

• Support products at all phases of the product lifecycle (design & development, transition to production, factory support, service support)
• Execution of complex microprocessor and FPGA based circuit board design including schematic capture, part selection, and simulation
• Implement designs that are optimized for a balance of cost, manufacturability and testability
• Implement designs that are in strict compliance to DO-160 and DO-254 standards
• Prepare and present project technical information to peers and internal/external customers
• Leads the development of project plans, schedules and budgets
• Tracks progress, identifies and resolves obstacles to minimize disruption to project schedules to ensure smooth project operations
• Monitors costs and re-estimates project costs on a monthly basis to maximize project predictable performance

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
• Experience with hardware/software/systems integration

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and integrated system interactions
• Hands‑on lab experience working with complex engineering and test equipment

Benefits:
What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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!

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.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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.

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 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. 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.

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