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Job Description Date Posted:

2026-09-28

Country:

United States of America Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1

~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:

Onsite Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required Security Clearance Status:

Not Required We are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Engineering Laboratory team—an exciting and highly specialized environment where products come to life. In this role, you won't just design and build components—you will design and build the environments that test them. You'll build and power the lab infrastructure, control systems, and simulation platforms that replicate real-world operating conditions for some of the most advanced aerospace systems in the world. From jet engine fuel systems to electronic engine controls and environmental control systems, your work will directly enable innovation, validation, and mission success. What You Will Do Design and build advanced test environments that simulate real-world operating conditions for aerospace products including aircraft systems, Environmental Control Systems, jet engine fuel pumps, satellite thermal systems, propeller systems, and Electronic Engine Controls. Lead the design, specification, procurement, and fabrication oversight of electrical power and control systems. Develop and implement 3-phase power electronics and distribution systems, motor drives, temperature control, electric heaters (50-1000kW), and facility control systems. Design and program PLC-based safety interlock systems and ladder logic controls. Oversee installation, checkout, troubleshooting, and commissioning of complex test setups. Create product interface wiring harnesses and electrical schematics. Design systems for hazardous environments (ANSI/NFPA Class I, Div. 1). Develop and optimize data acquisition and control systems for lab and flight test applications. Measure and analyze key physical phenomena (temperature, pressure, mass flow, acceleration, speed, electrical properties, etc.) to support cutting-edge engineering product development.. Ensure compliance with

NEC/NFPA 70

& 70E, including arc-flash considerations. Collaborate with Lab Mechanical and Test Engineers to design, build, and operate state-of-the-art test facilities across various specialized labs (Pneumatic, Fuel, Hydro-Mechanical, Vibration, and Electronic). 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! We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

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Onsite:

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 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 attend select 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Qualifications You Must Have 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 in industrial, facilities, test/lab, or similar electrical engineering environments. Qualifications We Prefer Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering. Working experience with power systems, controls, and instrumentation. Experience with PLC programming and automation systems. Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, or other data acquisition environments. Experience creating mechanical or electrical engineering drawings and schematics, using Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks Knowledge of hazardous location design standards. This position is offered by the company. AeroSelect is not affiliated with the company, and your application is made directly with them. Job Details Function Aircraft Maintenance & Engineering (MRO) Sub-Function Engineering & Design Work Type Onsite Job Type Full-Time Contract Full-Time Skills Troubleshooting Auto

CAD MATLAB

Procurement Certifications Security Clearance Required licences b1 Location Windsor Locks, United States Job

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