Electrical Engineer I - Design (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-02-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-RICHARDSON-461 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 461

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops, and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. 

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.

The Strategic Defense Solution engineering organization in Richardson, TX is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in PCB and system-level design for advanced airborne communication and processing systems.

This role offers the opportunity to work on critical defense technologies that directly impact national security. Join our team to push the boundaries of electronic systems design and contribute to the safety of our service members. This role is onsite, in Richardson, Texas. This role may be eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do:

• You will test and integration of power systems and associated circuit boards for defense applications.
• You will conduct system-level functional testing, including writing test procedures, reviewing requirements to ensure that design meets requirements, and interacting with cross-functional teams.
• You will update schematics, documentation, test plans, and production procedures.
• You will troubleshoot electrical issues and conduct root cause analysis.
• You will participate in design reviews and adhere to established design processes.

What You Will Learn:

• You will learn the fundamentals of electrical engineering for aviation programs.
• You will learn engineering design and configuration processes.
• You will learn methods for team collaboration in a diverse worldwide development environment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 12 months or less of relevant professional work experience (excluding internships).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to security investigations/reinstatements and must meet eligibility requirements.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM), particularly in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience with PCB design software (e.g., Siemens/Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Altium, Cadence Allegro)
• Knowledge of digital electronics, including processors, FPGAs, high-speed transceivers, and power supplies
• Familiarity with signal integrity, timing analyses, and power sequencing
• Knowledge of power management, display control, and analog circuit design
• Familiarity with signal integrity, timing analyses, and power sequencing
• Experience with derating, signal integrity and timing analyses for creation of robust circuit card designs.

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 
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