Lead Engineering Technician, Electronic (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-08-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HTX36: Richardson, TX 3200 E Renner Rd , Richardson, TX, 75082-2402 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

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.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Engineering Technician, Electronic, to join our Mission Systems Technical Support Services team. In this hands-on role, you’ll diagnose, test, and troubleshoot complex electronic assemblies, oversee lab operations, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance. You’ll work closely with engineers to troubleshoot, improve processes, and deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

• Diagnose and fault-find complex electronic assemblies to component level (analog, digital, and RF)

• Test electronic assemblies and record test, failure, and yield reports

• Troubleshoot and repair switch mode power supplies and other circuits

• Diagnose test equipment faults and perform maintenance/calibration

• Build and maintain test fixtures, cable assemblies, and specialized setups

• Review/redline engineering documents, schematics, and test procedures

• Support engineering troubleshooting and process improvement projects

• Assist with RF projects and automated test equipment debug

• Maintain a safe, compliant, and well-equipped lab environment

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience

• Strong background in electronics troubleshooting down to component level

• RF skills as part of your electronics expertise

• Experience testing and debugging analog/digital electronic assemblies

• Proficiency with oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, power supplies, and other lab equipment

• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance is preferred

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 se