Principal Electrical Engineer; Onsite

Position Details

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-137 – 855 35

Th St NE – BLDG 137, Cedar Rapids, IA.

Posted:

Position Role Type:
Onsite

Security Clearance:
DoD Clearance Secret – active required after day 1. U.S. citizenship required.

The Resilient Connectivity Products (RCP) Hardware Technologies department is looking for a Principal Hardware Electrical Engineer to develop next‑generation communication solutions in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role focuses on high‑speed digital electronics for defense applications.

• Lead the hardware design and development of high‑speed digital circuit card assemblies (CCAs), including requirements capture, schematic capture, layout, test, and integration.
• Ensure signal and power integrity (SI/PI) robustness for high‑density, multi‑layer PCBs through advanced simulation and validation.
• Apply Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and risk management principles to keep projects on track.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (software, systems, mechanical) to deliver integrated solutions meeting customer requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor others in high‑speed design principles and layout techniques.
• Oversee rigorous testing and validation of hardware components to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical updates, and ensure satisfaction with delivered products.

• GPA or degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years experience.
• 8+ years of hardware engineering experience with deep expertise in high‑speed digital design and complex multilayer PCBs (8+ layers). Proficiency in processors, FPGAs, memory, and high‑speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SERDES.
• 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 Hyper Lynx, ADS, SPICE, or similar.
• Strong understanding of DFM/DFT principles, PCB fabrication processes, controlled‑impedance design, and board bring‑up.
• Proven ability to debug and resolve complex hardware issues during integration and qualification testing.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to cross‑functional teams, leadership, and customers.

• Advanced knowledge of high‑speed protocols such as PCIe, Ethernet, and high‑speed memory interfaces.
• Control Account Manager (CAM) experience with EVMS principles for cost, schedule, and risk management.
• Ability to prepare estimates, bids, and proposals.
• Experience working in a defense or aerospace company.
• Active SECRET Security Clearance or higher.
• Experience with Agile for Hardware Development as a Scrum Master and/or Product Owner; JIRA experience a plus.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional additional coverages (pet insurance, home and auto insurance, extra life, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection).
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness incentives and rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical experts and second opinion program.
• Eligible for relocation.
• And more!

Salary Range: $107,500 – $204,500 USD. Salary is a good‑faith estimate and may vary based on experience, role, location, education, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for additional incentives, benefits, and long‑term programs depending on the business unit and collective bargaining agreements.

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 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.