Communication Systems Interface Engineer

Date Posted: 2026-03-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6 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 Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required The Electric Power Systems group is seeking a future technical leader to guide the development of next-generation aerospace communication interfaces and serial data bus architectures. This role extends beyond individual engineering contributions, it is intended for someone who can lead multidisciplinary teams, shape technical strategy, build development roadmaps, and drive program execution in close partnership with engineering leadership. If you have experience estimating project scope, planning schedules, driving AGILE execution, managing budgets, coaching engineers, and developing multi-year improvement plans, this team is looking for someone exactly like you. What You Will Do + Support design and development of communication andinterfacesolutions for power distribution systems across hardware, software, and test areas. + Assistin defining interface I/O and communications strategies and contribute to design decisions. + Decompose system-level requirements into actionable hardware, software, and test requirements to ensure alignment and efficiency. + Perform project estimation, defining scope, staffing needs, cost drivers, and schedule impacts for interface development tasks. + Participate in Agile planning, sprint execution, backlog refinement, and cross-team coordination. + Track progress, risks, and dependencies across engineering teams, ensuring milestones are met and communicated effectively. + Develop,monitor, and manage budgets, earned value, and resource allocation for interface development efforts. + Create andmaintainmulti-year technology roadmaps for data bus strategies, interface architectures, tool improvements, automation, and test capabilities. + Identifyopportunities to mature communication technologies, improve development efficiency, and streamline integration workflows. + Drive innovation in data bus technologies (ARINC, CAN, 1553, AFDX, Ethernet), modeling tools, and verification methods. + Contribute to performance feedback, skill development planning, and technical career growth for the team. + Participate in design reviews and support efforts tomaintainengineering quality and continuous improvement. + Develop interface verification strategies, simulation approaches, and system-level test plans. + Support hands-on integration and testing in system labs to verify electrical behavior, data bus communication, and system interoperability. + Direct root-cause investigations, troubleshooting activities, and corrective-action implementation. + Contribute to maintaining ICDs, I/O signal definitions, and data path documentation. + Ensure traceability and configuration control across DOORS, Synergy, and Agile artifacts. + Present schedule updates, risk assessments, architectural decisions, and integration results to leadership and external stakeholders. Qualifications You Must Have + Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field Qualification We Prefer + Electrical engineering background with hands-on experience in aerospace communication standards (ARINC 664/AFDX, ARINC 429, ARINC 825/CAN, MIL-STD-1553B, ARINC 629). + Experience designing, analyzing, or verifying Ethernet or CAN communication hardware. + Strong understanding of signal integrity, transmission line theory, and lab-based debugging tools (oscilloscope, TDR). + Experience with project estimation, schedule and resource planning, Agile execution (Scrum,SAFe), and budget tracking. + Demonstrated ability to create technology roadmaps, perform multi-year planning, and coordinate effectively across cross-functional teams. + Proficiencywith DOORS, Synergy, JIRA, and modern version control practices. + Experience using Python, VBA, XML, or DXL for automation and data transformation. + Familiarity with aviation data bus design assurance standards such as CRI-F66, CRI-F30, CM E-09, and AC 20-156. What We Offer Benefits Some of our competitive benefits package includes: u2022 Medical, dental, and vision insurance u2022 Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees u2022 Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option u2022 Tuition reimbursement program u2022 Student Loan Repayment Program u2022 Life insurance and disability coverage u2022 Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection u2022 Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits u2022 Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning u2022 Adoption Assistance u2022 Autism Benefit u2022 Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions u2022 Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program u2022 Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits u2022 Bright Horizons, child and elder care services u2022 Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program u2022 And more 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. 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. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form u2013 with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team thatu2019s 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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 candidateu2019s 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 companyu2019s 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 Veteransu2019 Readjustment Assistance Act._ Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link ( to read the Policy and TermsRaytheon Technologies 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.

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