Senior Research Engineer - Electrical Systems at RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

, , Ireland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

High-Power-Density Power Electronics, Converter Design, Electrical Power Distribution Architectures, EMI Analysis, Filter Design, Control of Converters, Motor-Drive Systems, High-Voltage Effects, Aerospace Systems, Experimental Mindset, Technical Leadership, Creative Thinking, Hardware Prototyping, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Research Planning

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Date Posted: 2026-01-31 Country: Ireland Location: IE-CO-CORK-001 ~ Penrose Wharf ~ PENROSE Position Role Type: Unspecified Senior Researcher – Electrical Systems Location: Cork, Ireland Power the next generation of flight What’s the next leap in aerospace? Hybrid and electric propulsion. Smarter, lighter, safer electrical systems. Aviation that is cleaner by design, not compromise. At Collins Aerospace, that future is already under construction. We’re looking for a Senior Researcher in Electrical Systems to help drive breakthrough technologies for next-generation aircraft. You’ll join an international, highly collaborative research team passionate about power electronics and electrified aviation — and you’ll work at the point where theory becomes hardware, and ideas become flight-ready technology. This role sits within Applied Research & Technology, where curiosity, rigour, and hands-on experimentation come together to influence real aircraft programs worldwide. What you’ll be working on You’ll provide technical leadership and deliver impactful research across advanced electrical systems, with deep expertise in one or more of the following areas: High-power-density power electronics: converter design, analysis, and control Electrical power distribution architectures, including redundancy, fault isolation, and system safety EMI analysis and filter design, including optimal magnetic component design Control of converters and motor-drive systems, implemented on DSPs and/or FPGAs High-voltage effects and mitigations: arcing faults, creepage and clearance, partial discharge, lightning, and low-pressure/altitude considerations Experience with aerospace systems, architectures, or certification standards is highly valued, though not essential. What you’ll do As part of a multidisciplinary research team, you will: Develop and execute technology research plans within agreed time and budget constraints Apply technical excellence and creative thinking to generate innovative concepts Design, build, and test hardware prototypes and control strategies in lab environments Translate complex ideas into clear reports and presentations for senior stakeholders Contribute directly to long-term technology roadmaps Own significant components of research projects or lead complex subsystems Support proposals for externally funded research initiatives Collaborate with universities, government bodies, national laboratories, and industry partners What you’ll bring A PhD in Electronics Engineering with 0–2+ years of academic or industrial experience or A Master’s degree with 2–5+ years of relevant experience A strong experimental mindset and enthusiasm for hands-on research The ability to work autonomously while thriving in international teams Excellent communication skills, with confidence presenting technical work to diverse audiences A willingness to challenge assumptions, champion new ideas, and expand beyond your core expertise What We Offer • Competitive salaries. • 23 days holiday + statutory public holidays • Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10% company contribution) • ‘Life Assurance’ with pension. • Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave. • Private Medical Insurance Why Collins Aerospace Green, more sustainable aviation starts here. You’ll be part of a global research community influencing industry-changing technology, backed by world-class facilities and real pathways from research to flight. Your work won’t sit on a shelf — it will shape the electrical systems flying on future aircraft. Collins Aerospace is a global leader in advanced aerospace and defence technologies, solving some of the industry’s toughest challenges in a rapidly evolving world. Our Applied Research & Technology organisation exists to accelerate transformative ideas for a safer, more connected, and more sustainable future. If you want your research to matter — and your work to fly — this is where it begins. RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Responsibilities

You will provide technical leadership and deliver impactful research across advanced electrical systems. This includes developing technology research plans, designing and testing hardware prototypes, and collaborating with various stakeholders.