Eng I, E&E Engrg

Date Posted:

2026-07-20



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6



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 certain necessary systems.



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.

What You Will Do:

• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical hardware issues related to field returns, Zero Hour returns, and production yield problems.

• Analyze alternate parts and write justification memos to support Obsolescence and Part Shortage issues to mitigate impact to production.
• Review and interpret electrical schematics, product manuals, and component datasheets to support investigations and issue resolution.
• Assist in schematic updates and design reviews following department standards.
• Perform basic design analyses in accordance with internal requirements and customer specifications.
• Support as cognizant engineer for product Test Equipment team.
• Support and debug production test equipment as needed.
• Contribute to redesign activities focused on cost reduction, part obsolescence, shortages, and product improvement initiatives.

What You Will Learn:

• How to apply electrical engineering fundamentals to real-world aerospace hardware challenges.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and analyzing complex electrical circuits and components.
• Best practices for schematic design, design analysis, and test requirements development.
• How cross-functional teams (quality, operations, supply chain, test engineering, program engineering) collaborate to resolve product-level issues.
• Understanding of production environments, customer-facing support, and continuous improvement processes.
• Exposure to engineering tools such as Cadence schematic capture and circuit simulation software.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or 2 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree).
• Basic knowledge of electrical components (resistors, capacitors, inductors, transistors, integrated circuits).
• Understanding of circuit theory and system design principles.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Interest in continuous learning and emerging technologies.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Exposure to embedded systems, microcontrollers, or firmware concepts and troubleshooting hardware.
• Experience with schematic capture or simulation tools (such as Cadence or LTspice).
• Hands-on project experience, internships, or co-op roles related to electrical hardware engineering.

Learn More & Apply Now:

If you’re excited to begin your engineering career solving real hardware challenges, collaborating across disciplines, and supporting high‑performance aerospace control products, we encourage you to apply. Join us at Collins Aerospace and help shape innovative solutions that power and control the future of flight.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

Requires theoretical knowledge typically obtained through University Degree. Limited to some knowledge of RTX organization.

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.

Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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