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Collins Aerospace

Electronic Component Failure Analysis Engineer

Windsor Locks, CT

Date Posted:
2023-11-01
Country:
United States of America
Location:
01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA
Position Role Type:
OnsiteCollins Aerospace is looking for an Electronic Component Failure Analysis Engineer to support Power & Controls electronic component engineering team in Windsor Locks, CT. As an Electronic Component Failure Analysis Engineer, you will provide expertise in failure analysis investigations and support root cause corrective action investigations.You will also support other component engineering tasks such as the selection and proper application of electronic components used in the design and manufacture of aircraft product electronic designs.Eligible for relocationPrimary Responsibilities:

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  • Supporting and resolving failure analysis activities on electronic components used in Aerospace product designs and ensuring root cause corrective action is determined.
  • Communicating with both internal and external customers on results of failure analysis activities and providing both presentation and report type outputs.
  • Operation of equipment such as C-SAM, CT-Scan, SEM and microscope and photography equipment for supporting failure analysis
  • Operation of standard test bench measurement equipment
  • Work with LabVIEW software to develop test capabilities required to support failure analysis activities.
  • Creation of new component test plans
  • Providing technical support to supply base, & commodity buyers for various aerospace electronics products (integrated circuits, magnetics, and electronic assemblies).
  • Performing component qualification and testing
  • Support supervision and lab team in growing the capabilities of the lab through procurement of capital equipment and/or knowing where equipment is available to support investigation activities.
  • Support Component engineering team in other component engineering tasks required to support the business.
Qualifications/ Experience Needed:

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
  • U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.
  • https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
Preferred Qualifications:

  • 4 years of experience in design and development of aerospace electronic products
  • 2 - 4 years of experience in performing electronic hardware or component level failure investigation activities
  • Experience with the lab equipment used in failure analysis such as x-ray, SEM, C-SAM, microcircuit de-capsulation, environmental chambers, curve tracers, microscope, photography equipment.
  • Experience using test bench measurement instrumentation like oscilloscopes, programmable power supplies, function generators, National Instruments PXI and DAQ.
  • Familiar with electronic component manufacturing processes and physics of failure for electronic components.
  • Familiar with industry and military specifications and test techniques.
  • Comfortable working in a team environment with both local and remote team members.
  • Comfortable in managing multiple small tasks simultaneously.
  • Comfortable in quickly changing priorities and achieving results in short time durations.
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!#reempowerprogram

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.Minimum Program Qualifications

  • Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
  • Have prior experience in functional area of interest
  • Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position
Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.*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.Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.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!
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.Employee Referral EligibleThe salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.Privacy Policy and Terms:

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Client-provided location(s): Windsor Locks, CT, USA
Job ID: Collins-01660383
Employment Type: Full Time