Senior Electrical Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-04-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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 empower customers to meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to join our team in Windsor Locks, CT. This role reports to the Systems Integration Manager and is responsible for providing advanced electrical systems engineering support across assigned programs. The ideal candidate is a skilled and self-motivated professional capable of working independently with minimal supervision, contributing to the successful design, integration, and validation of complex aerospace systems.

What You Will Do

• Develop, manage, and allocate electrical system-level requirements for engine control systems.

• Perform control system analyses to support requirements development and verification activities for electrical & electro-mechanical products.

• Integrate engine control system components and subsystems, including Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC), electro-mechanical interface devices, sensors, actuators, valves, fuel pumps, and fuel controls.

• Coordinate engine-level electrical requirements and verification plans across multidisciplinary teams within Collins and with external customers.

• Support the validation and verification of electrical product requirements through analysis, development testing, and acceptance/qualification/certification testing

• Analyze engine parameter data, support investigations using Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies and identify issues down to the component level for resolution by the responsible Integrated Project Team (IPT).

• Promote and advance the use of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies, such as Cameo Systems Modeler and Dymola to enhance system development and integration.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• 3–5 years of aerospace engineering experience

• Experience with gas turbine engines, aircraft systems, or comparable systems

• Knowledge of control and electrical subsystems, including controllers, EECs/FADECs, generators, motors, sensors, ignitors, and servo valves

• Familiarity with non-electrical components such as pumps, gearboxes, starters, fuel nozzles, and valves

• Experience with electrical boards, FPGAs, power/conversion circuits, logic/control circuits, motor control, sensing circuits, and harnesses/connectors

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, DOORS/DXL, MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape/Dymola, and SysML/MagicDraw/Cameo

• Understanding of system controls, dynamics modeling, verification, and validation

• Experience with aerospace electrical system requirements, including EMI/EMC, grounding, bonding, dielectric design, EEE parts, ESD/lightning protection, and cabling

• Strong communication skills, including experience presenting to management and customers

• Experience in task-level planning and project execution

• Active or eligible to obtain DoD Secret clearance

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