Date Posted:
2026-02-26Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1Position Role Type:
HybridU.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 RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredWe are seeking a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join our team at the Windsor Locks, CT facility, leading the design and development of advanced electronic control systems for aerospace applications. This role focuses on solving complex electrical challenges, advancing best practices, and providing technical leadership across varied electrical architectures, components, and development processes.
The engineer will lead the design, integration, and support of electronic control systems for critical functions such as engine control, flight control, air management, APU control, stores management systems, and anti-ice systems. In addition, this individual will mentor and develop engineers, guide technical decision-making, and actively shape innovative solutions across programs, influencing the direction of next-generation aerospace electronics.
What You Will Do
Design and develop complex digital, analog, and mixed-signal circuits and system architectures for aerospace applications, including engine and flight controls, air management systems, APU controls, De-Ice (anti-ice), and other advanced digital control modules, ensuring safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
Drive system-level design decisions and trade studies, optimizing electrical architectures, component selection, and signal integrity for performance, reliability, and compliance with aerospace standards.
Oversee integration, verification, and validation, including qualification testing and regulatory certification for high-reliability aerospace systems.
Conduct design and peer reviews, identify technical risks, and implement mitigation strategies for complex electrical and system-level challenges.
Investigate field and production issues, perform root cause analysis, and define corrective and preventive actions with program-wide impact.
Mentor and develop engineers, providing technical guidance, coaching, and promoting adoption of best practices across the electrical design discipline.
Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers, ensuring cohesive, system-level solutions and alignment with program and regulatory requirements.
Lead initiatives to improve design reliability, manufacturability, safety, and overall system performance, influencing organizational standards and best practices.
Manage documentation and technical reporting, including requirements, interface control documents, and test plans, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards.
Willing to travel approximately 10% to support projects, supplier interactions, and testing activities.
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Prior experience as an Electrical Engineer working on complex or high-reliability electronic systems.
Qualifications We Prefer
Master’s degree in electrical engineering and experience in aerospace or other safety-critical systems.
Proficient in analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design.
Extensive experience in creating electronic circuit schematics and implementing design concepts.
Experience in system integration, validation testing, and performing root cause analysis for complex electrical issues.
Demonstrated strength in technical documentation, supplier engagement, and effective cross-functional communication and collaboration.
Proficient in performing Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to evaluate how hardware failures may affect system performance and safety.
Experience with design tools including Cadence and Mentor Graphics.
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!
Learn More & Apply Now!
We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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.
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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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