Certified Assembly Tech B, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-04-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

A01: Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace in Rockford, IL site aids in assembling the Ram Air Turbines (RAT) used for aircraft emergency power generation. Our Ram Air Turbines have been used to save aircrafts and over 2,600 lives.

What You Will Do:

• Must possess knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and vacuum systems.
• Must have ability to install, calibrate and operate various types of instrumentation.
• Must have the ability to use basic measuring gauges such as micrometers, plug or thread gauges, etc.
• Must demonstrate proficiency and ability to understand test specifications, changes to test specifications, recorded tapes and any related test inspection forms and procedures.
• Must be capable of fabricating test equipment or test hardware to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings or other instructions using hand and power tools. Must have basic knowledge of tube and pipe fabrication i.e. brazing, soldering and tube bending. Has basic capability of performing fabrication work with a variety of materials.
• Works to specifications and uses instrumentation and test hardware to install test units or systems, conduct tests and/or perform inspection functions or experimental, prototype, qualification, or production electrical, electro- mechanical, pneumatic or hydro mechanical products and fluid pumps with accuracy. Accurately and legibly document results, including collection of SPC data as applicable.
• Must have basic understanding of the test to be run, the associated test equipment, the unit under test and the unit’s capabilities.
• Must be able to read and interpret data from test tapes, traces or other instrumentation including automatic data acquisition systems with assistance.
• Works in close cooperation with supervision, engineering and other support personnel to resolve problems related to test or quality.
• Provides interface with customer or government personnel as required.
• Maintains test equipment of other lab assets as applicable and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs shop floor control as required.
• Must maintain record retention, including SPC data and other quality paperwork for all testing.
• Must maintain break of inspection on test stands as applicable.
• Must provide revision (or version) control of all test specifications, test procedures, applicable software or hardware and other quality documents to accept data and perform ENS functions.
• Must certify that the tests performed are in accordance with the specified requirements and to the best of their ability that the data obtained is an accurate representation of the test results.
• Must be capable of performing quality control self-assessments on the test lab areas.
• Develop, review and revise Test Lab Instructions in collaboration with engineering.
• Work with and assist Engineering in testing and testing procedures for pre-production and qualification programs.
• Work with and assist in maintenance of test log data base.
• Must pass and maintain certification
• 2nd Shift 3:30pm – 11:30pm Monday – Friday.
• Will train on 1st Shift for up to 60 days.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma/GED
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Applicant must be able to obtain Operator Certification.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous manufacturing experience
• Previous experience in aviation or aerospace assembly.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
• 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