Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. RTX's Collins Aerospace develops advanced aerospace and defense solutions. The ECAD Layout Designer Technician performs low- to medium-complexity PCB layout work, supports schematic-to-layout implementation, prepares ECAD documentation, and follows design and configuration-management standards under senior guidance.
Responsibilities
- 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
Skills
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- 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
- Remote work primarily offsite from home
- 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
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee Scholar Program
- Paid time off
- Holidays
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