Staff Electronics Technician (ONSITE)

Date Posted:

2026-03-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-139 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 139

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

At RTX, the world 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.

Staff Electronics Lab Technician is responsible for supporting a range of military products. Join a highly motivated team in a challenging and rewarding role.

This is an onsite position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

What you will do:

• Construct, calibrate, adjust, test, maintain and troubleshoot electronic equipment, components, devices and systems working from schematics, engineering drawings and/or  written/verbal instructions. 
• Sets up and operates standard or special test equipment. 
• Utilizes predetermined methods, sequences and setups to inspect or test electronic equipment or products, recommends necessary modifications and adjustments to engineers. 
• Analyzes, interprets and records test data for engineering prototype and/or first article electronic/mechanical equipment. 
• Prepares reports, charts, graphs and schematics on developmental engineering equipment. 
• Documents all electronic testing procedures and results. 
• Assists engineers with the development of new engineering processes and/or products to ensure their manufacturability. 
• May utilize various programming languages for product development or equipment control. 
• Interfaces with engineering related departments regarding program implementation which requires significant interpretation and discussion. 
• May provide technical support/instruction to less experienced electronics technicians. 
• Performs electronics technician tasks under general supervision, following standard procedures where judgment or choice is allowed within limits; instruction is provided for new procedures or special assignments. 
• Operate in accordance with Corporate, Operations, and Division policies, procedures and practices and in compliance with accepted business ethics. 
• You must be self-driven, customer focused and willing to take responsibility.  
• You must be able to work effectively with others as a team member.   

  

Qualifications you must have:

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Must have experience debugging and testing at the component level and knowledge in the use of applicable test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power sources.

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,