Senior Principal Electrical Engineer (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-04-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-106 400 Collins Rd NE BLDG 106

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

Become part of the growing Avionics FPGA/ASIC team. This position is for a highly experienced and motivated Electrical (or Computer)EngineeringLeadthat will be involved in the architecture, design, implementation, verification, and integration of a wide variety of high-performance digital systems that incorporate FPGAs and ASICs into a product solution. As anelectricalengineer in this organization, you will be employing best practiceproject managementmethodologies supporting our next generation of Avionics Products, in addition tonumerousproducts enterprise-wide.

What You Will Do :

• ASIC/FPGA/SoPCdigital architecture development and design.

• Develop RTL design code and simulation in VHDL, Verilog, and/orSystemVerilog.

• Create UVM constrained random environments usingSystemVerilog.

• Create placement and timing constraints.

• Perform synthesis,placeand route.

• Perform static timing analysis, linting analysis, LEC, and clock-domain-crossing analysis.

• Requirements capture, decomposition, and traceability.

• Perform ASIC/FPGA/SoPCverification using inspection, analysis, simulation, and test methods.

• Leadthe Pursuit, Proposal, Planning and execution ofDesign and Development ProjectsforAvionics Complexdevices

• Developproject and programstrategies to advance the Complex Hardware discipline and products.

• Ensure alignment to program, product line, and corporate goals while meeting certification requirements up to and including DO-254 DAL A.

• Communicate with a wide variety of individuals including Engineering, Program Management,Internal Leadership, Supply Chain, Operations, Service Centers, and Customers

What You Will Learn :

• You will learn the technologies of today and tomorrow which we count on tomaintainworld leadership in the avionics industry.

• You will learn all phases of the hardware product life cycle from requirements through to verification, while employing the company engineering processes to produce high quality products.

• You will learn the requirements for product certification required by federal agencies.

• You will learn how toestablishand maintain a computing module platform product line with a broad base of customers.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field

• Proficient writing RTL and/or testbenches using VHDL, Verilog, orSystemVerilog.

• Proficient with Linux (or Unix), scripting, C/C++, Python, and/or Perl.

• Proficient using FPGA specific tools (e.g.Questasim,Vivado, Libero,SynplifyPro, etc.).

• Experience with data interfaces (PCIe, DDR, I2C, Ethernet, CDN, ARINC-429, etc.).

• Experience with device level timing and clock domain crossing.

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

• Experience leading technical projects including customerinteraction, andbriefing leadership.

• Experience with DO-254or DO-178design assurance activities(DAL B or higher)

• Willingness to travel (domestic and international <10%).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience withChange Management,Earned Value Managementand Lifecycle Program Management

• Experiencewith Microsoft Project,Subversion, Jira, Jama, DOORS, and other program management tools.

• Experience using FPGA/ASIC design, verification,simulationand/orvendor specific tools (e.g.Questasim,Vivado, Libero, etc.).

• Familiar with best practice chip-level verification techniques and languages (e.g.constrained random, functional coverage, code coverage, LEC,SystemVerilog).

ROLE TYPE:

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.

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.

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.

• 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 and Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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