ECAD Layout Designer Technician, Draft/Product Definition (Remote)

About this role

Date Posted: 2026-08-21

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-IA-REMOTE

 Position Role Type: Remote

 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

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.

What You Will Do • Perform PCB layout tasks of low to medium complexity under close guidance from senior designers • Apply ECAD design standards, layout rules, and established workflows while completing assigned work packages • Support schematic‑to‑layout implementation including component placement, basic routing, and constraint setup • Maintain accuracy by minimizing repeat errors and incorporating checker/mentor feedback effectively • Prepare and update ECAD documentation such as fabrication outputs, simple drawings, and design files • Communicate progress clearly and seek clarification proactively to ensure work aligns with design intent • Contribute to continuous improvement by applying lessons learned and following ECAD best practices • Collaborate with ECAD peers in sharing task updates and implementing corrections • Support configuration management and adherence to ECAD standards across assigned tasks

What You Will Learn • How to apply Collins Aerospace ECAD standards, workflows, design rules, and documentation practices • Best practices in PCB component placement, routing, and constraint‑driven design using Siemens Xpedition • Techniques for multilayer stackup interpretation, routing strategies, and basic high‑speed design fundamentals • How to generate and organize fabrication and assembly outputs (Gerbers, ODB++, drawings, BOMs) within our toolchain • Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) considerations used across aerospace programs • How ECAD integrates with Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Quality teams through structured cross‑functional reviews • Effective use of PLM systems and configuration management requirements to maintain ECAD data integrity • How to incorporate reviewer feedback, perform corrections efficiently, and communicate progress in a professional engineering environment • Advanced Xpedition features over time (constraint manager, tuning, differential pairs, HDI workflows, plane strategies) under mentorship from experienced ECAD designers • The end‑to‑end lifecycle of PCB design at Collins Aerospace, from schematic integration through manufacturing release.

Qualifications You Must Have • Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience • Experience with PCB layout using ECAD tools, including Siemens Xpedition (Mentor / Expedition / Xpedition) • Ability to perform PCB placement, routing, and basic constraint management within ECAD tools • Experience supporting multilayer PCB designs of low to medium complexity • Familiarity with fabrication output generation (Gerbers, ODB++, or similar) • Understanding of DFM/DFA principles and ability to apply basic manufacturability considerations

Qualifications We Prefer • Experience with Siemens Xpedition VX or 2504 versions • Knowledge of PCB stackups, differential pairs, and impedance‑aware routing fundamentals • Basic understanding of high‑speed or mixed‑signal layout considerations • Experience participating in cross‑functional reviews (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing) • Familiarity with PLM systems and ECAD data management practices • Experience with drafting or documentation tools (BluePrint strongly preferred) • Exposure to regulated industries (aerospace, defense, industrial) • Demonstrated ability to learn new ECAD tools, workflows, and standards quickly.

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! 

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Remote : Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

*Position is remote; however, if you li

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