Senior Tech, Electronics Technician (Onsite)

RTX; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, part of RTX, seeks an Electronics Technician in Cedar Rapids, IA to test, troubleshoot and document electronic equipment and processes. The role supports engineering teams in developing advanced aerospace technologies.

The position offers a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, onsite collaboration, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge equipment and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or AA/AS with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• 1 year of experience in soldering, cable building, or circuit board building.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, calibrates, adjusts, tests, maintains and troubleshoots electronic equipment and systems from schematics or drawings.
• Sets up and operates standard or special test equipment.
• Uses predetermined methods to inspect or test equipment and recommends modifications to engineers.
• Analyzes and records test data for prototype equipment.
• Prepares reports, charts and schematics of developmental equipment.
• Documents all testing procedures and results.
• Assists engineers with developing manufacturable processes or products.
• May use programming languages for product development or equipment control.
• Interfaces with engineering teams for program implementation and discussion.
• Mentors less experienced technicians.
• Operates under supervision following standard procedures.

Skills

Electronic testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Test equipment

Education

HS Diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power sources

Breadboarding

Job description

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. As an Electronics Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting engineering teams by performing testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of electronic equipment and processes. Your work will contribute to the development and improvement of cutting-edge technologies.

The salary range for this role is 43,400 USD - 82,600 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.

What You Will Do

• Constructs, calibrates, adjusts, tests, maintains and troubleshoots electronic equipment, components, devices and systems working from schematics, engineering drawings and/or written/verbal instructions.
• Sets up and operates standard or special test equipment.
• Utilizes predetermined methods, sequences and setups to inspect or test electronic equipment or products, recommends necessary modifications and adjustments to engineers.
• Analyzes, interprets and records test data for engineering prototype and/or first article electronic/mechanical equipment.
• Prepares reports, charts, graphs and schematics on developmental engineering equipment.
• Documents all electronic testing procedures and results.
• Assists engineers with the development of new engineering processes and/or products to ensure their manufacturability.
• May utilize various programming languages for product development or equipment control.
• Interfaces with engineering related departments regarding program implementation which requires significant interpretation and discussion.
• May provide technical support/instruction to less experienced electronics technicians.
• Performs electronics technician tasks under general supervision, following standard procedures where judgment or choice is allowed within limits; instruction is provided for new procedures or special assignments.
• Operate in accordance with Corporate, Operations, and Division policies, procedures and practices and in compliance with accepted business ethics.

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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

You Must Have

• HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• 1 year of experience in soldering, cable building, or circuit board building.

We Prefer

• Experience debugging and testing power supply circuits at the component level.
• Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power sources.
• Hands‑on experience with breadboarding, soldering, and circuit board repair and fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings and translate them into printed wiring boards.
• Experience working effectively in team environments.

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 illness insurance
  • 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!

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. 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.