Collins Aerospace
Principal Test Automation Development Engineer (Onsite)
Collins Aerospace, Altamonte Springs, Florida, United States, 34642
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Principal Test Automation Development Engineer (Onsite)
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Collins Aerospace .
Location:
FL410: Largo FL MFG 7887 Bryan Dairy Road, Largo, FL, 33777 USA
Date Posted:
2025-08-28
Country:
United States of America
Position Type:
Onsite
Security clearance:
DoD Clearance: Secret. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace seeks a Principal Test Automation Systems Design Engineer to join the Protected Communication Systems division within the Test Automation Department (TAD). This team develops design verification and automated production test solutions for Satellite Communications Programs.
You will be joining and helping to lead a team driving the development of automated test solutions for communication systems and sub-systems. Technologies may include analog, digital, signal processing, RF and software development. Mechanical design experience is a plus, relating to fixture development, adaptors and interconnect cabling. Software development for automating test stations in National Instruments TestStand, LabVIEW and/or LabWindows (CVI) is strongly recommended. Our team is involved in early phases of product development from concept through development cycle, into production and program sustainment.
What You Will Do
Develop test hardware and software from requirements definition through build and integration, 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.
Proven project leadership knowledge, leading a multi-disciplined team through program execution and deployment. Schedule development and tracking for program planning/execution, while tracking deviations from plan to actual.
Proposal and bidding experience to foster new technologies and business growth overall.
In-depth knowledge of computer architecture, COTs equipment, interconnects/interfaces and standard communication protocols.
Proven skills in software development and integration using tools including NI TestStand, LabVIEW and/or LabWindows (CVI).
Strong interpersonal communication and technical writing skills to enable effective collaboration with a multi-discipline team. Example: define and lead a Preliminary and Detailed Design Review.
Prepare and clearly present your work product at project status meetings.
Understand and commit to meeting established project budgets, schedules, and performance commitments.
Work with mechanical engineering to design and develop test adapters and fixturing; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
Ability to function autonomously with limited supervision as an individual contributor within a multi-functional team environment.
Support Manufacturing operations, including on-site troubleshooting and debugging, both independently and in collaboration with production and design engineering teams.
Qualifications You Must Have
Minimum of 8 years experience in engineering design and development, with leadership experience, preferably related to Test equipment development efforts.
Experience transitioning automated solutions to production environments, delivering hardware and software deliverables with on-site operator training.
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years of experience.
Qualifications We Prefer
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, decision-making and problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
Experience with National Instruments software suite, including TestStand, LabWindows/CVI, and/or LabVIEW.
Hardware station design using rack instrumentation, PXIe/MXI, VME application development.
Experience with Digital, RF, and/or Power Supply test hardware and/or software design.
Understanding of engineering processes: CMMI, Six Sigma.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and additional retirement contributions, including a Lifetime Income option.
Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional coverages including pet, home, auto, additional life and accident insurance; critical illness insurance; group legal and ID theft protection.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility and family planning services.
Adoption Assistance and Autism Benefit.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions.
Wellness incentives and programs, Doctor on Demand, and virtual care options.
Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts and second opinion program.
Relocation eligibility.
And more.
Learn More & Apply Now Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
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.
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.
Privacy Policy and Terms: Read the Policy and Terms.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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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 Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
Privacy Policy and Terms: Read the Policy and Terms.
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Principal Test Automation Development Engineer (Onsite)
role at
Collins Aerospace .
Location:
FL410: Largo FL MFG 7887 Bryan Dairy Road, Largo, FL, 33777 USA
Date Posted:
2025-08-28
Country:
United States of America
Position Type:
Onsite
Security clearance:
DoD Clearance: Secret. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace seeks a Principal Test Automation Systems Design Engineer to join the Protected Communication Systems division within the Test Automation Department (TAD). This team develops design verification and automated production test solutions for Satellite Communications Programs.
You will be joining and helping to lead a team driving the development of automated test solutions for communication systems and sub-systems. Technologies may include analog, digital, signal processing, RF and software development. Mechanical design experience is a plus, relating to fixture development, adaptors and interconnect cabling. Software development for automating test stations in National Instruments TestStand, LabVIEW and/or LabWindows (CVI) is strongly recommended. Our team is involved in early phases of product development from concept through development cycle, into production and program sustainment.
What You Will Do
Develop test hardware and software from requirements definition through build and integration, 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.
Proven project leadership knowledge, leading a multi-disciplined team through program execution and deployment. Schedule development and tracking for program planning/execution, while tracking deviations from plan to actual.
Proposal and bidding experience to foster new technologies and business growth overall.
In-depth knowledge of computer architecture, COTs equipment, interconnects/interfaces and standard communication protocols.
Proven skills in software development and integration using tools including NI TestStand, LabVIEW and/or LabWindows (CVI).
Strong interpersonal communication and technical writing skills to enable effective collaboration with a multi-discipline team. Example: define and lead a Preliminary and Detailed Design Review.
Prepare and clearly present your work product at project status meetings.
Understand and commit to meeting established project budgets, schedules, and performance commitments.
Work with mechanical engineering to design and develop test adapters and fixturing; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
Ability to function autonomously with limited supervision as an individual contributor within a multi-functional team environment.
Support Manufacturing operations, including on-site troubleshooting and debugging, both independently and in collaboration with production and design engineering teams.
Qualifications You Must Have
Minimum of 8 years experience in engineering design and development, with leadership experience, preferably related to Test equipment development efforts.
Experience transitioning automated solutions to production environments, delivering hardware and software deliverables with on-site operator training.
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years of experience.
Qualifications We Prefer
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, decision-making and problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
Experience with National Instruments software suite, including TestStand, LabWindows/CVI, and/or LabVIEW.
Hardware station design using rack instrumentation, PXIe/MXI, VME application development.
Experience with Digital, RF, and/or Power Supply test hardware and/or software design.
Understanding of engineering processes: CMMI, Six Sigma.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and additional retirement contributions, including a Lifetime Income option.
Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional coverages including pet, home, auto, additional life and accident insurance; critical illness insurance; group legal and ID theft protection.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility and family planning services.
Adoption Assistance and Autism Benefit.
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions.
Wellness incentives and programs, Doctor on Demand, and virtual care options.
Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts and second opinion program.
Relocation eligibility.
And more.
Learn More & Apply Now Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
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.
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.
Privacy Policy and Terms: Read the Policy and Terms.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Collins Aerospace by 2x
Get notified about new Quality Assurance Automation Engineer jobs in Seminole, FL.
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 Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
Privacy Policy and Terms: Read the Policy and Terms.
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