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Principal RF Design Electrical Engineer - Communication Navigation and Surveillance (Onsite)

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Principal RF Design Electrical Engineer - Communication Navigation and Surveillance (Onsite)

Melbourne, FL

Date Posted:
2024-08-27
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HFL34: Melbourne, FL 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd , Melbourne, FL, 32902-2704 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite

Would you like to use your RF design skills to enable safe aircraft landings in bad weather?

We have an opportunity for a Principal RF Design Electrical Engineerto make an impact supporting the CNS (Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance) group. Collins Aerospace designs, integrates, and certifies commercial avionics products for the Air Transport and Business and Regional aircraft markets.

In this role, you will contribute to the team developing the next generation of avionics products. You will work with a small group of collaborative hardware Electrical Design Engineers. To be successful, you will need to bring demonstrated knowledge of the principles and techniques commonly used in electrical development. This position will encompass both new product development and legacy product sustaining support activities.

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Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated, self-disciplined, and possess excellent communication skill and a demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate within a multifunctional, multidiscipline team. You will also be required to demonstrate flexibility and an ability to coordinate with multiple teams, organizations, suppliers, and customers to achieve a common goal.

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Develop and analyze electrical design requirements.


  • Design and prototype circuits.


  • Analyze circuit performance using circuit simulation tools like Spice, ADS etc.


  • Design, debug, and test digital, analog and RF circuits.


  • Develop schematics, oversee PCB layouts, and support design drawings development.


  • Own the build, debug, and test of digital and mixed signal circuits.


  • Conduct circuit tests using lab test equipment (O 'scope, Spectrum Analyzer, Network Analyzer, Logic Analyzer etc.)


  • Develop verification test plans, procedures, and test reports to ensure the developed product meets the specified requirements.


  • Collaborate with Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, Manufacturing & Test Engineering and Safety & Reliability Engineering to ensure robust designs and appropriate testability.


  • Support product certification activities (FAA TSO and Customers specific).


  • Travel less than 10%

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

  • Design and development of RF circuits supporting the Navigation products


  • Navigation products sustainment and/or new development projects


  • State of the art industry tools (Ansys, ADS, Mathworks, Mentor Graphics, Xilinix, Alterra etc)


  • Professional Development - Access to company paid certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, spearhead exciting high-impact projects and initiatives. Continuous learning and innovative culture, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.


  • Cross-Functional Collaboration - Collaborate with diverse teams and departments, broadening skill sets and knowledge base. Networking opportunities, connecting with industry experts, attending conferences, expand professional network.

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience oran Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.


  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position.


  • 5+ years' experience with RF circuits and sub-system level design (Receiver and Transmitter architectures)


  • 5+years' experience in circuit level development engineering or holding a master's degree with RF/Microwave focus.


  • 5+ years' experience in design, debug, and test of analog, digital and RF design.


  • 5+ years' experience with common circuit simulation platforms such as Spice, ADS, Microwave Office, HFSS etc.


  • 5+Experience with software defined radio design.

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

  • Experience with major types of lab test equipment (Power supplies, O 'scopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Logic Analyzers, etc.).


  • Experience with DO-160 environmental/EMI qualification, and TSO approval processes.


  • Experience with RTCA DO-254 standards for Design Assurance Guidance for Airborne Electronic Hardware.


  • Familiarity with avionics design and certifications standards for commercial air transport applications.


  • Familiarity with Radio Altimeters and other NAV products design.


  • Experience working with embedded processors and FPGA's.


  • Experience with Jira/JAMA/SVN/DOORS.


  • Experience with Mentor Graphics DX Designer Schematic capture and layout tools.


  • Experience in data-driven quantitative analysis, including statistical tools, data modeling, and trend analysis, to inform decision-making.


  • Ability to identify patterns, predict outcomes, and select optimal solutions based on empirical evidence and logical reasoning.


  • Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

This position may be eligible for relocation.

BENEFITS:

  • 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!

DEI/Re-Empower Statements Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility. #reempowerprogram

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX. Minimum Program Qualifications:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application

• Have prior experience in functional area of interest

• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we're helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we're providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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Client-provided location(s): Melbourne, FL, USA
Job ID: Raytheon_Technologies_FGB-1280558452
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Lunch and Learns