Date Posted:

2026-02-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PR-AGUADILLA-110 ~ Rd 110 N Km 28.8 ~ RD110

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:

None/Not Required

Are you ready to lead and inspire the next generation of engineering excellence? Collins Aerospace’s Global Engineering & Technology Center in Puerto Rico (GETC-PR) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Principal Electrical Design Engineer to spearhead innovation and team growth. In this pivotal role, you will not only design, verify, and test cutting-edge electronic power and control units for military and commercial aircraft but also define and execute strategies to expand and elevate our talented engineering team. As a technical leader, you’ll drive excellence in the development of advanced printed wire board assemblies while fostering collaboration across multifunctional teams to deliver world-class solutions. If you’re passionate for building high-performing technical teams, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

This position will sit at our Aguadilla, Puerto Rico location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation assistance is not offered.  This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.

What You Will Do:

Lead and execute the full circuit card design lifecycle, including requirements capture, schematic design, design documentation, signal integrity analysis, board stack-up definition, routing guidance, layout reviews, test planning, integration, and root cause analysis.

Collaborate closely with software, firmware, mechanical, and systems engineers to deliver hardware solutions that meet system-level performance and operational requirements.

Test and troubleshoot electronic circuitry, including hands-on support of design verification and lab testing for circuit card assemblies.

Conduct trade studies, select components, and support system architecture discussions as needed.

Prepare and present technical information to engineering peers, program leadership, management, and customers, including design documentation, specifications, and test plans.

Mentor engineers and as needed, lead small teams to successful execution across schedule, budget, and technical objectives.

Travel to our locations in Santa Isabel, PR and/or Rockford, Illinois

Qualifications You Must Have:

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

Experience acting as a hardware technical lead on digital/analog hardware/electronic development projects (including hardware designs with processors, FPGAs, memory, power supplies, and industry standard interfaces)

Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written)

Qualifications We Prefer:

Familiar with the latest technology and trends in high-speed digital design, as well as microprocessor, memory, FPGA and interface protocols.

Experience with signal integrity and timing analyses for creation of robust circuit card designs.

Experience with Unit and Module Requirements creation using Doors and/or SysML modelling tools such as Cameo

Experience with cadence design suite and or Mentor Graphics for schematic capture

Experience with mixed Signal Design - Receiver A/D Converters, Direct Digital Converters, Receiver D/A Converters, Digital Waveform Generators, Mixed Signal CCAs, Mixed Signal Modules and Subsystems.

Experience with simulation tools: PSpice, MATLAB, Mathcad, etc

Background in designing for manufacturability, producibility, and cost constraints.

Team lead experience on technical projects including experience w/ cost and schedule

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

Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.

And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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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