Electronics Materials Engineer

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

A01: Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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:

None/Not Required

Are you passionate about uncovering the root causes of complex engineering issues and driving innovation in electronic systems? This position, based in Rockford, Illinois, specializes in failure analysis, process control, and electronic design analysis.

As part of the Materials and Process Engineering group, you will lead critical investigations into electronic component failures, and ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of high-impact technologies through design and process optimization. Your work will involve analyzing failures, improving process controls, supporting design verification, and collaborating across Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain functions. With a strong focus on electronics packaging, component testing, and design analysis, this role plays a key part in strengthening product integrity and driving continuous improvement across the organization.

What You Will Do

• Perform failure analysis of electronic assemblies and components, identifying root causes of failures in mechanical and electrical subsystems.

• Conduct material analyses and testing, including verification and validation of materials and processes in support of electronic component reliability.

• Review and approve engineering drawings for IEEE components, electronic assemblies, and electronics packaging designs.

• Collaborate with Engineering Design, Procurement, and Quality teams to resolve technical issues and ensure robust product development.

• Interface with plant sites and sub-tier suppliers to troubleshoot fabrication, assembly, and processing issues during failure investigations.

• Support the design process by consulting with electronics packaging experts to develop durable and reliable electronic controller designs.

• Lead and supervise materials testing and verification activities in the laboratory environment.

• Provide technical guidance on mature products and processes, addressing supply chain requests with effective engineering solutions.

• Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and materials science to improve process control and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of standardized procedures and best practices across the organization.

• Review and approve subcontractor materials processing procedures and provide technical oversight where needed.

• Mentor and coach junior engineers in investigation techniques and design best practices.

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

• Proven experience performing root cause analysis on electronic components and assemblies.

• Working knowledge of electronic component manufacturing, packaging design, and process control methods, with experience supporting design reviews and verification testing.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and supplier teams to resolve issues, drive improvements, and align technical goals.

• Familiarity with IEEE standards, engineering drawing approval processes, and quality systems supporting mature product lines and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We Offer

Benefits

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

Eligible for Relocation

Learn More & Apply Now

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

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

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 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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