Date Posted:
2026-06-24
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108
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
We are looking for a driven self-starter who enjoys working with people and creatively solving problems. Must be motivated to learn at a fast pace, work autonomously, and within a team environment. This job requires a balance of skills including; investigation, attention to detail, root cause analysis, customer service, and relationship building. Candidate’s ability to quickly adapt through use of leadership, communication skills, and responsiveness are paramount to the success of our team.
This position is for a Manufacturing Electrical Engineer who will join the Manufacturing support team at the Collins Aerospace Cedar Rapids facility. The position will support manufacturing test and other manufacturing aspects on second shift for the Displays and Flight Systems IPT. The working hours are from 2PM-10PM, but could be flexible. You will be tasked with evaluating and solving everyday manufacturing problems related to design, process and supplier issues. Successful candidates have familiarity with LEAN principles and processes.
What You Will Do:
Perform root cause analysis and take corrective action to resolve test failures.
Monitor equipment uptime and perform troubleshooting to ensure reliable operation and minimize downtime.
Provide in-depth technical assistance and training support to floor test technicians.
Extensive use and application of standard engineering and manufacturing principles and processes.
Develop solutions to difficult technical problems of broad scope with little guidance from project managers.
Implement and maintain test methods and processes in the manufacture and test of sub-assembly, module, and top level product for new or difficult product lines.
Develops complete knowledge of test systems and hardware.
Provide technical interpretation of drawings and specifications for complex products.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.
Experience may be obtained through on the job experience, research, coursework, or projects.
Manufacturing or Trouble Shooting or Test experience required
Qualifications We Prefer:
Experience with Root Cause Analysis
Experience with Lean Sigma principles
Experience with SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
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 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!
May be eligible for relocation.
Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:
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.
