Senior Manufacturing Electrical Engineer (Onsite)

Job ID: 01880893Posted: Posted 15 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-10-08Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-109 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 109Country: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-10-08 Country:United States of America Location:US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-109 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 109 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 RequiredAt 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.Collins Aerospace is hiring a Senior Manufacturing Electrical Engineer at our Cedar Rapids Mission Systems manufacturing location. The position will support manufacturing test and other manufacturing aspects. You will be tasked with evaluating and solving everyday manufacturing test problems related to design, process, and supplier issues.This is an onsite role in Cedar Rapids, and may be eligible for relocation. What You Will DoParticipate in cross-functional team efforts to improve test yields, production throughput, test capacity, and overall product Quality. Identify component test failure trends and perform root cause analysis. Implement corrective actions to resolve. Prepare test failure analysis reports as required for production. Study performance and reliability of existing test equipment and establish programs and solutions for decreasing test equipment downtime. Analyze test approach, plans, and processes for cost reduction, test efficiency, test yields improvement, and manufacturing test capacity opportunities. Provide capacity planning and utilization analysis for accurate staffing and test equipment needs. Identify new test approaches that will minimize production staffing needs and capital requirements. Select and order capital test equipment using sound cost/payback analysis. Generate and track Appropriation Requests. Improve existing test fixtures, equipment, and critical spares needed to improve test performance and equipment uptime. Participates in Production Readiness Reviews to determine suitability of new designs for production. Support efforts to conduct Gage R&R efforts on new test solutions to verify consistent product and equipment performance. What You Will LearnYou will learn how to be a manufacturing electrical engineer supporting various high-frequency communication radios & circuit board manufacturing processes.Engineering tools used in the build & test of radios. (SAP, Engineering drawings, change control board, Solidworks, AutoCAD, eView, PDM, etc.).You will gain experience with standard work tools and processes. They will execute CORE certification.This role offers a lot of growth within the role and development opportunities to expand your knowledge for other roles. You will gain communication and collaboration skills that are key within the role.You will also gain leadership skills.There are various on-the-job training as well as professional development opportunities.Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience oran Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experienceQualifications We PreferExperience as a Manufacturing Engineer in electronics manufacturing industry with product testing focus. Basic statistics. Understands Parametric Process control and versed in implementation. Proficiency interpreting Six Sigma control methods. Deep knowledge of Lean electronics. Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks. Additional Skills We ValueProblem-solving skills with ability to proactively identify alternate solutions to overcome difficult technical challenges. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals. Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to facilitate difficult conversations and communicate early and concisely with individuals at all organizational levels. Collins Enterprise Values including Safety |Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation. What We Offer:Some of our competitive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption Assistance         Autism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more! Learn More & Apply Now!​The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.*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 and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 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. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.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 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. 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