Senior Test Automation Mechanical Engineer (Onsite)

Job TitleAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.What You Will DoDevelop test hardware and software, from requirements definition through build and integration processes, followed by deployment to manufacturing or customer facilities. Design, support and integration skill sets may include multiple disciplines in communications, RF, analog, digital, firmware, as well as systems integration.In depth knowledge of computer architecture, COTs equipment, interconnects/interfaces and standard communication protocolsMechanical Engineering skill-set desirable with experience in Cadence and/or AutoCAD design capture toolingStrong interpersonal communication and technical writing skills to enable effective personnel interaction and collaboration with a multi-discipline team. Example of this would be define and lead a Preliminary and Detailed Design ReviewPrepare and clearly present your work product at project status meetingsUnderstand and responsibility to meet established project budget, schedule, and performance commitmentsWork with mechanical engineering to design and develop test adapter and fixturing design activities. AutoCAD knowledge a plusAbility to function autonomously with limited supervision, as an individual contributor, within a multi-functional team environmentSupport Manufacturing operations, including on-site troubleshooting and debugging, both independently and in collaboration with production and design engineering teamsWhat You Will LearnTest Engineering DisciplineEnhance knowledge of Mechanical Engineering Tools.Qualifications You Must HaveAbility to obtain and maintain Secret U.S. government issued security clearanceTypically 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 experienceMinimum of 5 years experience in engineering design and development, preferably related to Test equipment development effortsExperience working in the engineering laboratory and transitioning automated solutions to production environments, delivering hardware and software deliverables providing on-site training to final operatorsQualifications We PreferStrong interpersonal and communication skillsDecision-making and problem-solving skills, working individual tasks as well as within a team environmentExperience with National Instruments' software suite, including TestStand, LabWindows/CVI, and/or LabVIEWHardware station design efforts utilizing rack instrumentation, PXIe/MXI, VME application developmentExperience with Digital, RF, and/or Power Supply test hardware and/or software designTechnical writing skills is a plus, MS Word, MX Excel, MS VisioUnderstanding of engineering processes: CMMI, 6 sigmaWhat We Offer:Some of our competitive benefits package includes:Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40; Flexible work Hours: Core hours, Modified timeMedical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,?critical illness?insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!May be eligible for relocation.