Staff Tech, Integrated Electric Systems

Date Posted:

2024-02-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RC1: United Tech Research Center 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The Integrated Electric Systems team at RTX Technology Research Center invites individuals with high voltage, high power Electric Systems, power electronics and electromagnetics expertise with strong hardware prototyping skills to apply for an open position.  We are seeking technicians who are focused on developing innovative technologies and solving tough problems for aerospace and defense applications. The successful candidate will collaborate within multidisciplinary teams in areas such as hybrid electric propulsion systems, Radio Frequency (RF) power systems, power distribution, controls, motors and drives.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience building electrical test setups and supporting testing:

Making electrical connections (low (<1A) to high (>100A) current, low (<50V) to high (>1kV) voltage)

Build simple mechanical structures using standard frames

Lab Maintenance:

Understands safety of electrical tests and relevant standards of workplace safety (e.g. NFPA70, OSHA standards)

Organization of lab space, ordering lab supplies

U. S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with using National Instruments hardware and Labview software – Knows how to write simple programs (e.g. read thermalcouple temperature using NI modules)

Experience with using electrical test equipment and instructions – Power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, thermal cameras.

Experience with using soldering equipment (e.g. solder iron, hot air station, solder pot)

Ability to solder: from small components (e.g. surface-mount devices, complex IC packages) to large components (e.g. high-current connectors >100A)

Experience with reworking printed circuit boards, including replacement of surface-mount devices, complex IC packages

Experience with assembly of thermal management components, include air-cooled setups (e.g. heatsink and fan assemblies), liquid-cooled setup (e.g. cold plate, cooling lines and chiller connections), and thermal interface materials (e.g. handling of power semiconductors and thermal grease/pads)

Understanding of high power motor and drives

Operation of dyne-stand and safety

Torque meters, speed meters, instrumentation for performance evaluation

Familiarity with basic theory and principle of electrical and analog & digital electronic circuit/ Reading and interpreting electrical and electronic circuit blueprints, diagrams, and schematics

Experience with PCB design tools and CAD tools is a plus

Problem-solving skills: finding the cause and develop viable or creative solutions promptly

Good communicating and collaborating skills with team members and other domain experts

Demonstrated ability to interact with others respectfully and form productive working relationship.

Education:

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience or a high school diploma with 8 years of experience.

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 44,000 USD - 102,000 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.

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