Senior Electrical Engineering - RCP Digital Hardware (Onsite)

globalhr; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking an experienced hardware engineer for on-site design and integration of digital electronic modules and circuit cards at Fort Wayne, IN. You will handle schematics, PCIe interfaces, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering teams to meet stringent military/DoD requirements.

The role requires a STEM degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years, plus eligibility for a U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• 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

Responsibilities

• You will design, analysis, simulation, test, and integration of digital electronic modules and/or circuit card assemblies (CCAs)
• You will be doing circuit card design including hardware designs with processors, FPGAs, memory, and industry interfaces, such as PCIe, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, and UART.
• You will do requirement capture management and verification for small to medium electronic packaging circuit cards.
• You will prepare and present project technical information to peers and internal/external customers
• You will identify and addresses project & factory problems (Root Cause) and recommends resolutions (Corrective Actions) to ensure the successful completion and On-Time Delivery
• You will conduct schematic Capture and Printer Wiring Board layout design experience
• You will facilitate project tasks between cross-functional integrated product teams to ensure alignment with overall project objectives and team collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

DxDesigner / Siemens EDA tools

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-17

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

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.

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

What YOU Will Do:

• You will design, analysis, simulation, test, and integration of digital electronic modules and/or circuit card assemblies (CCAs)
• You will be doing circuit card design including hardware designs with processors, FPGAs, memory, and industry interfaces, such as PCIe, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, and UART.
• You will do requirement capture management and verification for small to medium electronic packaging circuit cards.
• You will prepare and present project technical information to peers and internal/external customers
• You will identify and addresses project & factory problems (Root Cause) and recommends resolutions (Corrective Actions) to ensure the successful completion and On-Time Delivery
• You will conduct schematic Capture and Printer Wiring Board layout design experience
• You will facilitate project tasks between cross-functional integrated product teams to ensure alignment with overall project objectives and team collaboration

What YOU Will Learn:

• Learn, discover and expand your knowledge about aerospace navigation & communication systems and other various engineering disciplines
• You will learn about the Resilient Connectivity Products (RCP) organization in Mission Systems and the large array of products supporting the Connected Battle Space.
• Learn and take advantage of opportunities to excel professionally with RTX's exceptional employee scholar programs and continuing education
• Learn to thrive and be supported in a dynamic team-driven environment
• Design hardware to meet rigorous military requirements for environment, functionality, price, and Size Weight and Power (SWaP)
• Experience as a technical lead and/or project lead of a team in the design, test, analysis, integration, qualification, and documentation of hardware of high complexity.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Experience using Mentor Graphics Design Creation (Siemens EDA) tools: DxDesigner, xDX Designer VX OR Equivalent
• Experience in the design of electronic products and tooling used in applications requiring high reliability and extended life
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Communications design and simulation experience with tools such as Matlab and Simulink
• Understanding of Design to Cost (DTC+), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Test (DFT)
• Familiarity with bid, proposal and earned value methods
• DO-160 or MIL-STD-810/MIL-STD-461 qualification
• Lighting protection circuits and testing
• FPGA development
• Experience in proposal and cost estimation support of Hardware pursuits.
• Experience in design support for Special Test Equipment and tooling required for IV&V and production efforts.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• 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, and 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
• Eligible for relocation
• And more!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

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.

#MISENG

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.