Principal Electrical Engineer – Design; Onsite
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer
Date Posted:
Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-TX-RICHARDSON-461 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 461Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance:Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1At 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.
The Strategic Defense Solution engineering organization is currently seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Richardson, TX with analog and digital design experience. The Principal Electrical Engineer is a lead position responsible for clean sheet and upgrade electronic solutions across multiple Circuit Card Assemblies. In addition to being cognizant of an individual circuit card design, the Principal Electrical Engineer will mentor other engineers with various backgrounds in circuit card and firmware design providing guidance and support across program.
Products are typically required to comply with various MIL standards including MIL-STD-461 or DO-160. This opportunity is targeted toward engineers who enjoy working in a systems environment as it includes designing multiple electrical elements of a product; interacting with mechanical and software team members; developing PCB and system requirements; and supporting system test teams. Some domestic travel may be required.
Sign-on Bonus Eligible
What You Will Do:
Research, develop, design, fabricate, modify, and evaluate an electronic apparatus, components, or circuitry for use in electronic equipment and devices, ensuing work is completed on time and established quality and budgets are achieved.
Prepare engineering drawings or specifications to construct, relocate, or install equipment, facilities, products, or systems.
Prepare documentation including confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, information on product development, introduction schedules, product costs, and performance weaknesses to track progress and analyze performance.
Performs engineering work and applied research, development, and design of new products to ensure quality standards and business objectives are met.
Produce products according to specifications, using the most cost effective and efficient means.
Analyze and evaluate new or improved electronic component including power generation, transmission and distribution, rotating machinery, illumination, wire communication systems, servomechanisms, circuit theory, computer design and development, instrumentation, radio communications, semiconductor devices, solid state devices, and video systems.
Mentor newer engineers in design and development practices.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Experience with pre-CAD circuit design, including schematic capture, power, FPGA resource utilization, background knowledge of PWB stacks ups.
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.
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Active DoD security…
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