Electro-Mechanical Principal Test Engineer

Date Posted:

2025-11-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HWA32: US124-Everett (Commando), WA 11404 Commando Road , Everett, WA, 98204 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Test Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical and mechanical setup, diagnostics, and troubleshooting skills, combined with the ability to design, execute, and document complex test activities for aerospace or industrial systems.

You will play a key role in developing and running test procedures, building and maintaining test setups, and analyzing data to ensure products meet performance and regulatory requirements—including DO-160G RTCA environmental and qualification standards.

This is a 100% onsite role with estimated travel of 10% on an as-needed basis to support offsite testing (locally or domestically).

What you will do:

• Set up, configure, and execute test systems for component and system-level validation.
• Perform hands-on electrical and mechanical test setup, wiring, and fixture assembly.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot hardware and instrumentation issues during testing.
• Read and interpret electrical harness and schematic drawings to support test development.
• Interface with National Instruments (NI) hardware and other lab control devices for test automation and various means of data acquisition.
• Develop, modify, and maintain test scripts in LabVIEW and/or Python.
• Collect, organize, and analyze test data to produce clear, concise technical reports.
• Ensure testing is performed in accordance with DO-160G RTCA or other applicable standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support product design, verification, and validation activities which will also include contributing to critical design reviews.
• Maintain detailed test records and documentation in accordance with internal quality processes.

Qualification we require:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical test setup and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation, data acquisition, and control systems.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW and/or Python for automated testing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical harness drawings and schematics.
• Working knowledge of National Instruments test and measurement equipment.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting test data using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with DO-160G RTCA test standards.

Qualifications we prefer:

• Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM systems.
• Knowledge of fixture design and fabrication for test setups.
• CAD software experience with NX, Solidworks, CATIA, Inventor Pro, or similar.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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! 

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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. 

• 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. 

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 112,000 USD - 224,000 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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