Math Software Engineer Jobs in Cherry Valley, IL

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.  

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.  

We are seeking a Test Equipment Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and support electrical control systems and test equipment used for production, R&D, and qualification testing of advanced military and commercial aerospace products. The role will focus on electrical control panel and power distribution design, data acquisition hardware and software integration, engineering documentation, project cost and schedule planning, and troubleshooting of test systems. The ideal candidate will work effectively both independently and with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable test equipment on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality, technical, and customer requirements. 

What You Will Do   

• Design electrical control panels, power distribution systems, and electrical circuits for aerospace test equipment.  

• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and engineering documentation.  

• Program, integrate, validate, and troubleshoot data acquisition hardware and application software.  

• Develop and support test equipment used for fuel pumps, air turbine starters, blowers, gearboxes, and lube and scavenge pumps.  

• Prepare project cost estimates, schedules, technical requirements, and resource plans.  

• Integrate electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, controls, and software systems.  

• Perform testing and validation to ensure equipment meets performance and reliability requirements.  

• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, instrumentation, and software issues.  

• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, and test engineering teams.  

• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and specifications.  

• Provide technical support, upgrades, modifications, and improvements to existing test equipment.  

• Identify opportunities to improve test system reliability, efficiency, automation, and maintainability.  

Qualifications You Must Have   

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field 

  
Qualifications We Prefer  

• Experience with motors, VFDs, load control centers, and signal conditioning.  

• Experience programming NI LabVIEW for Windows, Real-Time (RT), and FPGA platforms.  

• Intermediate-level experience with AutoCAD Electrical for electrical schematics and documentation.  

• Experience with electrical panel layouts, component selection, and control panel design.  

• Experience with 24 VDC and 120 VAC control equipment.  

• LabVIEW Certified Developer (CLD) certification with RT and FPGA experience preferred.  

• Experience with industrial automation, controls, and test system integration.  

• Familiarity with hazardous-location requirements and equipment.  

• Experience estimating project budgets, schedules, and resources for the design and documentation of test equipment.  

• Aerospace industry experience, particularly with aerospace test equipment or manufacturing environments.  

• Experience with hydraulic systems, including valves, transducers, flow meters, pumps, and related instrumentation. 

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!  

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!   

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