Computer Hardware Engineer Jobs in Tampa, FL (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-07-13
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
Raytheon, Managed by Collins Aerospace
Start your career with Collins Aerospace Mission Systems organization, where we're working side-by-side with customers on exciting industry possibilities. With a comprehensive portfolio, extensive capabilities, and broad expertise, we're crafting intelligent solutions to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market - all representing the best in innovation and technology for the industries we serve across commercial, business, space, and military and defense aviation.
We are currently looking for Electronic Technicians to join our team in Largo, FL. This role is not eligible for relocation.
Shift Schedule
This position is for 3rd shift
Work Hours: 11:00 PM - 6:30 AM
What You Will Do

• Performs the electrical tests and troubleshooting on subassemblies, assemblies, and systems for conformance to specifications. Personnel in this category are characterized by the necessity to understand and apply the theory of operation of the unit under test to enable the determination of faulty product for design, workmanship, environmental and component defects.
• Must read, understand and accurately follow prints, schematics, sketches, work from test procedures, and verbal or written instructions.
• Operates environmental test chambers located in dedicated program areas as required to assure workmanship and product performance as required. When required, must develop test data to resolve performance problems in connection with the product under test.
• May be required to perform soldering and/or mechanical assembly, as many electronic tests are performed with incomplete circuits.
• Must prepare test reports as required. Rejects assemblies that fail to conform with test specification; indicate on proper document the phase of the test that the assembly failed and indicate what alterations are needed to eliminate defect.
• May be required to perform simple mathematics, such as to determine power consumption, gain efficiency, signal noise ratio, etc. Proper performance of duties requires use of considerable judgment.
• May be required to move material as directed. Determines acceptability, locates and records discrepancies on various types of subassemblies; standard, microelectronic and/or hi-rel; using direct reading instruments, gauges, meters, measuring devices such as continuity meters, specialized mechanical or optical measuring or testing devices and/or stereo microscopes.
• Collects data, prepares/ maintains records, using either written or electronic media, as required and/or directed by supervision. Will also be involved in storing, handling, use and disposal of hazardous waste chemicals such as acids, caustics, flammables, poisons, and oxidizers in accordance with federal, state and local environmental protections laws. Employees will be retrained annually to comply with applicable state and federal regulations. This is in accordance with the codes of Federal Regulations Title #40, Section 265.16.
• May be required to successfully complete a pre-qualification test or exam. These exams may need to be
• updated and/or re-validated on a periodic basis.
• Employees may be required to obtain the appropriate government security clearance.
• Performs duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications You Must Have
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Qualifications for this position require a minimum of at least one of the below requirements:

• Successfully complete a pre-qualification test or exam. These exams may need to be updated and/or re-validated on a periodic basis.
• Electronic Technology Certificate, by an accredited institution as defined by the company.
• AA/AS degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Electronics Technology or related field, as defined by the company.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Hardware Engineering, or related field, as defined by the company.
• Military electronics technical school certification, as defined by the company.
• 4 years of documented professional or military experience in troubleshooting electronic equipment within the last 12 years, as defined by the company.
• 4 years of experience as an "Electronic Tester" (Job Code: EH0367)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior experience as an Electronic Technician

What We Offer
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role
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.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that's 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.
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 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.
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