Lead Technician, Electrical/Mechanical Designer (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Lead Technician, Electrical/Mechanical Designer in Carlsbad, CA to create and release product documentation, drawings and MB CAD artifacts while ensuring timely documentation releases. You will mentor new designers and collaborate across engineering disciplines using Windchill/Enovia data tools.

The role requires TS clearance eligibility and experience with GD&T and model-based definition standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain U.S. Top Secret government issued security clearance
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of Windchill 10.2 and greater PDMLink systems
• High level of experience with ASME Y14.5-2009 or greater Geometric Tolerancing principles

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation, revision and released of product documentation artifacts including drawings, Model Based CAD definition, dimensioning and tolerancing
• Be responsible for timely release of engineering product documentation
• Assist optical engineers in the creation of optical element drawings conforming to MIL-PRF-13830 and ISO 10110 standards
• Assist mechanical engineers in the creation of documentation artifacts conforming to ASME Y14.5-2009 or greater Geometric Tolerancing principles
• Assist all engineering disciplines in the release of product data utilizing Windchill PDMLink and Enovia PDM tools
• Documentation/database checking responsibilities for new documentation and design data release or revision to existing documentation and data
• Assist in the area of training and mentoring of new design technicians and/or engineers in the current procedures for design and documentation release
• Using contract/project requirements: Provides highly skilled electro- mechanical design and design documentation technical support and project leadership with or without the assistance of mechanical or electrical engineers working in the areas of research, product design and development, product testing and manufacturing process improvement
• Capable of completing design tasks based on knowledge of the product parameters or design requirements and with minimal involvement of the project engineer
• Capable of performing tasks involving product collateral support in the fabrication/manufacturing areas and have the knowledge and understanding to provide design change and documentation revision system support with minimal involvement or assistance required from the Mechanical or Electrical Project Engineers
• Applies knowledge of manufacturing, tolerancing, and producibility capabilities during the design process to ensure cost effective design
• Assists engineering in determining and employing proper specifications for materials, finishes and processes, connectors or other electrical components, etc. during the design process
• Has an expert level understanding of the CAD and data management tools to enable completion of design tasks
• May provide design database and documentation checking for new design and drawing release
• May provide validation of change definition artifacts for revisions to existing design and drawing/documentation
• May provide validation of revision capture definition into formal design and documentation data in accordance with defined change requirements
• Provides mentoring and training to new Electro-mechanical designers or engineers in the current procedures for design database and documentation release

Skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Communication skills

Education

AA/AS degree

Tools

Windchill PDMLink

ASME Y14.5-2009

Creo Drafting

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Location:

US-CA-CARLSBAD-582 ~ 2752 Loker Ave W ~ LOKER

Date Posted:

2026-08-05

Country:

United States of America

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: Top 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 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 currently hiring a Lead Technician, Electrical/Mechanical Designer in Carlsbad, CA.

What You Will Do:

• Assist in the creation, revision and released of product documentation artifacts including drawings, Model Based CAD definition, dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Be responsible for timely release of engineering product documentation.
• Assist optical engineers in the creation of optical element drawings conforming to MIL-PRF-13830 and ISO 10110 standards.
• Assist mechanical engineers in the creation of documentation artifacts conforming to ASME Y14.5-2009 or greater Geometric Tolerancing principles.
• Assist all engineering disciplines in the release of product data utilizing Windchill PDMLink and Enovia PDM tools.
• Documentation/database checking responsibilities for new documentation and design data release or revision to existing documentation and data.
• Assist in the area of training and mentoring of new design technicians and/or engineers in the current procedures for design and documentation release.
• Using contract/project requirements: Provides highly skilled electro- mechanical design and design documentation technical support and project leadership with or without the assistance of mechanical or electrical engineers working in the areas of research, product design and development, product testing and manufacturing process improvement.
• Capable of completing design tasks based on knowledge of the product parameters or design requirements and with minimal involvement of the project engineer.
• Capable of performing tasks involving product collateral support in the fabrication/manufacturing areas and have the knowledge and understanding to provide design change and documentation revision system support with minimal involvement or assistance required from the Mechanical or Electrical Project Engineers.
• Applies knowledge of manufacturing, tolerancing, and producibility capabilities during the design process to ensure cost effective design.
• Assists engineering in determining and employing proper specifications for materials, finishes and processes, connectors or other electrical components, etc. during the design process.
• Has an expert level understanding of the CAD and data management tools to enable completion of design tasks.
• May provide design database and documentation checking for new design and drawing release.
• May provide validation of change definition artifacts for revisions to existing design and drawing/documentation.
• May provide validation of revision capture definition into formal design and documentation data in accordance with defined change requirements.
• Provides mentoring and training to new Electro-mechanical designers or engineers in the current procedures for design database and documentation release.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Ability to obtain U.S. Top Secret government issued security clearance
• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
• Knowledge of Windchill 10.2 and greater PDMLink systems.
• High level of experience with ASME Y14.5-2009 or greater Geometric Tolerancing principles.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Creo Drafting and Model Based Definition experience preferred. NX and Solidworks desired.
• Self motivated, team player with strong work ethic and communication skills, with focus on attention to detail, standards, meeting product team schedules and customer deliveries.

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!

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.

The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 125,400 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.