Senior Power Electrical Engineer - Avionics Power Electronics (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX's Collins Aerospace division in Cedar Rapids seeks a Senior Electrical/Power Engineer to design and develop avionics power conversion systems. You will tackle DC/DC and AC/DC designs across multiple power levels and frequency ranges, contributing to high reliability aerospace solutions.

Ideal candidates have a STEM degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree, plus knowledge of EMC/EMI, thermal stress, and magnetics design for power supplies.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree.
• Experience with power levels and frequency ranges, DC/DC and AC/DC power conversion designs.
• Experience with EMC/EMI, thermal stress and environmental issues and their impact on design methodology.
• Knowledge in power supply magnetics design.
• Experience in aerospace industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop power conversion systems for avionics projects.
• Work on DC/DC and AC/DC power conversion across varying power levels and frequencies.

Skills

Power electronics

DC/DC power

AC/DC power

EMC/EMI

Aerospace experience

Power topologies

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-06-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 106

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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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.

The Avionics Power Electronics organization is seeking aSenior Electrical/Power Engineer! Join Our Team!

What You Will Do:

• You will work on Avionics projects, designing and developing power conversion systems, solving some of the more complex projects in aerospace.
• You will have the opportunity to work on different power conversion systems with various power levels and frequency ranges, DC/DC and AC/DC.

What You Will Learn:

• You will learn from top power supply experts in this industry; they will support you in design reviews and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 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
• Experience with various power levels and frequency ranges, DC/DC and AC/DC power
• conversion designs (topologies, components, control, packaging, etc.).
• Experience with EMC/EMI, thermal stress, and other environmental issues and their impact on design methodology.Knowledge in Power supply magnetics design.
• Experience in the above within the aerospace industry is a plus

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience developing, capturing, and reviewing system level power requirements (MILSTD-704, MIL-STD- 461, and DO-160) or similar from different industries.
• Planar magnetics design or simulation experience is a plus

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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!

*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

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 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.

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