Collins Aerospace's Resilient Connectivity Products (RCP) Hardware Technologies department is looking for a Principal Hardware Electrical Engineer to join the development of next-generation communication solutions in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role requires a strong technical leader with expertise in high-speed digital design, complex multilayer PCBs, and FPGAs. The successful candidate will lead the hardware design and development of high-speed digital circuit card assemblies, ensure signal and power integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Requirements
- 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
- 8+ years of hardware engineering experience with deep expertise in high-speed digital design and complex multilayer PCBs (8+ layers) supporting processors, FPGAs, memory, and high-speed interfaces
- Demonstrated experience leading circuit card development from concept through production
- Advanced proficiency with industry PCB design tools such as Xpedition, Cadence Allegro, or Altium Designer
- Hands-on experience performing signal integrity and power integrity analysis using tools such as HyperLynx, ADS, SPICE, or similar simulation platforms
- Strong understanding of DFM/DFT principles, PCB fabrication processes, controlled impedance design, and board bring-up activities
- Proven ability to debug and resolve complex hardware issues during integration and qualification testing
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively present technical concepts and design trade-offs to cross-functional teams, leadership, and customers
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages for 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
- Healthy You Incentives
- Doctor on Demand
- Bright Horizons
- Teladoc Medical Experts
