EMI/EMC Project Engineer — Aerospace Test Lead

Prattwhitney; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks an EMC/EMI Project Engineer to lead EMI testing within the Environmental Effects Engineering group. The role focuses on test readiness, coordination across technical teams, and rigorous documentation throughout the testing lifecycle.

The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with several years’ experience in circuit/RF design, EMI testing, and written technical communication. DoD clearance eligibility is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Requires DoD Secret clearance eligibility or ability to obtain it.
• Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams to align requirements, cost and schedule.
• Background in circuit board and RF design with collaboration on layouts.
• Knowledge of MIL‑STD testing standards and related procedures.
• Ability to write and present technical material clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead EMI testing activities and coordinate readiness and documentation.
• Work with test lab to ensure equipment, technicians, and resources align with project needs.
• Develop EMI test plans, procedures and reports with accuracy and repeatability.
• Maintain and review datasheets, data files, and configuration records.
• Support continuous improvement of processes and documentation.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

RF design understanding

EMI testing knowledge

Technical communication

Technical documentation writing

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Tools

Schematic capture

PCB layout tools

Electromagnetic simulation tools

Circuit simulation tools

Job description

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks an EMC/EMI Project Engineer to lead EMI testing within the Environmental Effects Engineering group. The role focuses on test readiness, coordination across technical teams, and rigorous documentation throughout the testing lifecycle.

The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with several years’ experience in circuit/RF design, EMI testing, and written technical communication. DoD clearance eligibility is required or obtainable.