Senior Electrical Test Engineer, Global Tech Solutions (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation policy (3 weeks)

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a skilled engineer to develop and maintain Automated Test Equipment (ATE) software for a factory environment. You will design test fixtures, review PCB and mechanical designs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver hardware and software solutions.

The role requires experience with C/C++, LabVIEW, and TestStand, plus the ability to interface test software with instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain US DoD Security Clearance.
• STEM degree with 5+ years of experience or an Advanced Degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Experience developing and maintaining ATE test hardware and software for a factory/production environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ATE software for factory/production environments.
• Develop and maintain ATE test fixtures through circuit and cable design and fixture top-level design.
• Support cradle to grave efforts including requirements, design, integration, validation and maintenance of test hardware and software.
• Design high quality solutions that meet cost and schedule targets.
• Ensure designs meet DFM/DFS standards (Design for Manufacturability/Serviceability).
• Troubleshoot software and hardware as part of an integration team.
• Communicate with global engineering, operations, service and program leadership.

Skills

C

C++

C#

LabVIEW

TestStand

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

Tools

NI LabVIEW

NI TestStand

Job description

Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106
Date Posted: 2026-09-02
Country: United States of America
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
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.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain ATE (Automated Test Equipment) test software for a factory/production environment which exercises and analyzes hardware deliverable products.
• Develop and maintain ATE (Automated Test Equipment) test fixtures through circuit design, cable design, connector strategies, and top-level fixture design. Work closely with a PCB and mechanical designers, reviewing designs and participating in design reviews.
• Support cradle to grave efforts including requirements, design, integration, validation, verification, and maintenance of test hardware and software.
• Design high quality solutions that meet cost and schedule targets.
• High focus on DFM/DFS standards (Design for Manufacturability / Design for Serviceability).
• Troubleshoot software and hardware as part of an integration team.
• Communicate effectively with global engineering, operations, service and program leadership.
• Experience with software applications using C, C++, C#, NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, or other test software programming languages.
• Ability to interface ATE test software with laboratory and production tests instrumentation such as but not limited to oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, signal generators, signal analyzers, and/or direct current power supplies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Candidate must have the ability to obtain a US DoD Security Clearance
• 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
• Experience with developing and maintaining ATE (Automated Test Equipment) test hardware and software for a factory/production environment.

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.

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 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.

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