2nd Shift, Inspection Technician I_ Onsite

Date Posted:

2025-05-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA02: Engine Comp (TFT) - WDM 4th St 811 Fourth Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. 

The Inspection Technician I will conduct inspections of products (parts, assemblies, raw materials, tooling, instruments, etc.) to validate compliance to design data requirements which include drawings, specifications, and contract requirements at predetermined steps in the manufacturing process using basic inspection methods and tools.

External candidates will receive a $3,000 sign on bonus.

What You Will Do
 

• Inspects a variety of manufactured units using measuring/inspection instruments (.i.e.; micrometers, gauges and calipers) with proper inspection techniques.
• Reads, interprets and utilizes Quality policies, procedures, blueprints and other documentation.
• Performs receiving, in-process, final inspection & 1st article approval of manufactured, assembled, and tested hardware and components.
• Operates computer systems to perform inspection tasks (e.g. Via Search, SAP, Product Cener, Engineering Information System, Autotime).
• Verifies all work order documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Administers visual and physical inspections of units and subassemblies.
• Completes unit shakedowns (when required) to check for foreign objects, rattles and loose internal hardware.
• Responsible for First Article Inspections and completes related documentation.
• Performs administrative tasks associated with files management.
• Conducts Preliminary Material Reviews (PMR) as needed.
• Exhibits RTX Leadership Behaviors and Values.
• Supports and follows all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality and CI functions as set by assigned leader and position.
• Perform other duties as assigned including working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.
• This is 2nd Shift position Monday through Friday 3:30pm – 12:00am. Training however will be the first 2-3 months Monday through Friday, 7am - 3:30pm

Qualifications You Must Have
 

• Typically requires HS Diploma or vocational/technical education in related discipline.

Qualifications We Prefer
 

• Manufacturing background
• Manual dexterity to perform tasks associated with machine operations
• Ability to learn how to read and understand prints.
• Computer experience (e-mail, print documents, internet) and ability to learn how to operate a computer to access prints and/or specified work instructions
• Basic shop math including knowledge of Geometric Tolerances
• Basic knowledge with identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management

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 cou