Contract Manufacturing Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-04-22
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 400 Collins Rd NE BLDG 108
Position Role Type:
Onsite
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
We are looking for a driven self-starter who enjoys working with people and creatively solving problems. Must be motivated to learn at a fast pace, work autonomously, and within a team environment. This job is requires a balance of skills including; investigation, attention to detail, root cause analysis, customer service, and relationship building. Candidate's ability to quickly adapt through use of leadership, communication skills, and responsiveness are paramount to the success of our team.
This position is for a Manufacturing Electrical Engineer who will join the Manufacturing support team at the Collins Aerospace Cedar Rapids facility. The position will support manufacturing test and other manufacturing aspects on second shift for the Displays and Flight Systems IPT. The working hours are from 2PM-10PM, but could be flexible. You will be tasked with evaluating and solving everyday manufacturing problems related to design, process and supplier issues. Successful candidates have familiarity with LEAN principles and processes.
What You Will Do:

• Provide technical interpretation of drawings and specifications for complex products.
• Eliminate/reduce test defects and improve test yields. Perform root cause analysis and take corrective action to resolve test failures.
• Extensive use and application of standard engineering and manufacturing principles and processes.
• Develop solutions to difficult technical problems of broad scope with little guidance from project managers.
• Implement and maintain test methods and processes in the manufacture and test of sub-assembly, module, and top level product for new or difficult product lines.
• Provide in-depth technical assistance and training support to floor test technicians
• Maintain test documentation in current configuration and oversees accurate change management procedures for all test documents. Resolves conflicts in documentation and process definition.
• Develops complete knowledge of test systems and hardware.
• Recommend and/or lead producibility projects to reduce support costs.
• Analyze test data using statistical process control analysis skills to proactively reduce test flow inhibitors.
• Analyze test approach, plans, and processes for cost reduction opportunities.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Manufacturing or Trouble Shooting or Test experience required

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Root Cause Analysis
• Experience with Lean Sigma principles
• Experience with SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now:
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.
Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.
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.
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 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 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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