Test & Validation Engineer 2 (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligibility

Benefits package

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Jamestown, ND is seeking a Test and Validation Engineer 2 to work onsite on testing programs for small platforms and systems. You will document results, learn measurement and analysis of equipment, and participate in inspections to ensure production quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning in a test lab environment with collaboration within the Test Engineering Team and exposure to various aircraft systems.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of STEM experience or an advanced degree prior to start.
• Technical writing skills for engineering documents and lab reports.
• Experience may be gained through on-the-job work, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Test and prepare equipment for testing to meet specifications on small platforms.
• Document test results and maintain records.
• Learn to measure and analyze equipment and processes for quality.
• Learn to perform inspections for in-process and finished systems.
• Identify where processes fail and recommend changes.

Skills

Technical writing

Education

STEM degree or equivalent

Job description

Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1

Date Posted: 2026-08-19
Country: United States of America
Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1
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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops, and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

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.

Consider joining us here at Collins Aerospace as Test and Validation Engineer 2 in Jamestown, ND, where we're working side-by-side with customers on exciting industry possibilities. With a comprehensive portfolio, extensive capabilities and broad expertise, we're crafting intelligent solutions to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market - all representing the best in innovation and technology for the industries we serve across commercial, business, space, and military and defense aviation.

This role is onsite, in Jamestown, North Dakota.

What You Will Do

• You will test and prepare equipment for testing to ensure that systems run according to necessary specifications on small platforms/systems.
• You will document test results and maintain applicable records.
• You will gain knowledge on measuring and analyzing equipment and processes to ensure production quality standards are met.
• You will learn about performing inspections for both in-process and finished systems.
• You may help to identify if and where processes are not working and make applicable recommendations for change.

What You Will Learn

• You will gain knowledge on measuring and analyzing equipment and processes to ensure production quality standards are met.
• You will learn about performing inspections for both in-process and finished systems.
• You will learn how to identify when processes are not working and make applicable recommendations for change.
• You will learn where the Test Engineering Team fits within the larger organization and how resources are managed to serve customers.
• You will collaborate as a member of the Test Engineering Team to design solutions for system for system test setup requirements.
• You will learn to use tools and processes for electrical & mechanical engineering design, drafting, export classification, procurement, build instructions, & laboratory testing.
• You will have opportunities to continue developing hands-on engineering skills in a test lab environment, including exposure to machine control and monitoring systems, high-speed data acquisition systems, aircraft power and communication systems, and more.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Two plus years of experience or an advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) obtained prior to start.
• Technical writing skill, (engineering documents and lab reports).
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Physics Major.
• Lab science training.
• Machining training.
• Business Minor.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility.

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.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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