Principal Hardware Design Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Tuition reimbursement program

401(k) plan with employer matching

Life insurance and disability coverage

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to lead avionics hardware development and design. This includes tasks such as analyzing Circuit Card Assemblies and overseeing PCB layouts.

Candidates should possess at least 8 years of experience in the field and a degree in STEM. Benefits include comprehensive insurance and a 401(k) plan. The salary range is between USD 107,500 and 204,500 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or 5 years with an advanced degree.
• Hands-on troubleshooting expertise.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA) for Avionics Computers.
• Oversee Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layout.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Hands-on troubleshooting expertise

Excellent communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

Advanced degree in a related field

Tools

Electrical circuit simulation software

PCB layout software

Job description

Position Title

Principal Electrical Engineer – Avionics Hardware Development

Location & Employment Type

Cedar Rapids, Iowa – Onsite (U.S. Citizen Only)

Overview

The Computing Products Department within the Displays, Computing & Networking Directorate seeks a highly motivated Principal Electrical Engineer to support all phases of the hardware development lifecycle for state‑of‑the‑art avionics products.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA) for Avionics Computers, including processors, memory, and interfaces.
• Work with laboratory equipment for integration testing of hardware designs.
• Capture schematics for digital, analog, and mixed‑signal circuit designs.
• Design and implement Avionics I/O such as Ethernet, ARINC 429, MIL‑STD 1553, and PCIe.
• Oversee Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layout, ensuring design for cost, manufacturability, and testability.
• Provide mentorship and delegate tasks to junior engineers.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis and drive corrective actions.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Or an advanced degree with at least 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting expertise.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the Defense or Aerospace industry.
• Proficiency in EMI/EMC, lighting protection circuits, and testing.
• Demonstrated use of electrical circuit simulation and PCB layout software.
• Knowledge of Avionics regulatory and certification requirements such as TSO, DO‑160, DO‑254, and MIL‑STD‑461.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program and Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and optional pet, home, and auto insurance.
• Parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Employee Assistance Plan and wellness incentives.

Salary

USD 107,500 – 204,500 per year (based on experience and qualifications).

EEO Statement

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. 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.