2nd Shift Lead Test Technician IV (Onsite)

RTX; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with employer 2x

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a dedicated Lead Test Technician for the Phoenix Worldwide Repair team. The role oversees daily operations in the repair cell, drives on-time delivery and turnaround, supports technicians, and fosters a productive team environment to ensure operational excellence.

You will lead second‑shift activities, review pass‑downs, confirm equipment readiness, and communicate schedule risks. Strong troubleshooting of electronics and hands‑on test stand work are required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Electrical Technician Certification or an associate degree in Electronics preferred.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot test stands and electronic units.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily repair cell operations to meet OTD and TAT goals.
• Review shift pass-downs, attendance, and prep for Tier1 meetings.
• Lead Tier1 meetings, track performance, and manage WIP and cell priorities.
• Configure and operate test stands, perform electronic tests per procedures, document results.

Skills

Shift work

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

SAP experience

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Electrical Technician Certification or Electronics Associate

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Position Details

Location: 1007 E University Dr, Phoenix, AZ

Role Type: Onsite

Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

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

Collins Aerospace Lead Test Technician

Collins Aerospace is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to serve as a Lead Test Technician within our Phoenix Worldwide Repair team. The Lead Test Tech will be responsible for overseeing daily operations within the repair cell, driving on-time delivery (OTD) and turnaround time (TAT) requirements, supporting technicians, and fostering a positive and productive team environment. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence and alignment with organizational goals.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

Lead second‑shift startup activities, including reviewing shift pass‑downs, verifying team attendance, conducting cell walk‑arounds, confirming equipment readiness and chemical checks, and preparing for Tier1 meetings.

Review MROLife reports to establish daily deliverables, schedule Estimated Ship Dates (ESDs) for units ready for Final Inspection (FINP), and prioritize work to meet customer commitments.

Monitor work‑in‑progress (WIP), manage the SHOP queue, assign work efficiently, and communicate part shortages, issues, and schedule risks to the Value Stream Manager (VSM) and support teams.

Lead daily Tier1 meetings to review performance, update the Tier1 board, address prior‑day turnbacks, assign action items, and reinforce5S and workplace organization.

Follow up on cell priorities and corrective actions, resolve operational issues, and collaborate with cross‑functional support teams to maintain workflow and meet production goals.

Provide hands‑on technical support by configuring and operating test stands, testing electronic units to prescribed procedures, and accurately interpreting and documenting test results.

Troubleshoot electronic units to the subassembly and component level using diagnostic tools, technical manuals, engineering drawings, schematics, and knowledge of electronic circuitry; identify and isolate test equipment failures.

Support daily production activities and provide technician coverage as needed, including obtaining and maintaining Rework Inspection Approver (UWR) certification.

Monitor cell safety and compliance, address identified hazards, drive corrective actions from Management Safety Walks, and ensure required equipment calibration activities are completed.

Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment by leading by example, listening to team concerns, and supporting team members with a solutions‑oriented approach.

Facilitate new‑hire onboarding and provide ongoing training and technical guidance to develop team capabilities and support consistent performance.

Prepare and communicate thorough shift pass‑downs to ensure continuity between shifts and, as needed, provide flexible schedule support for first‑shift operations during planned absences of the VSM or first‑shift lead.

Working Environment

To minimize safety risks to you and product, you must wear static‑control and personal protective equipment. You may occasionally need to provide weekend and holiday support to meet customer needs.

In your role, you will be exposed to: Products of various weights and sizes Equipment with moving parts High potential (voltage/current) Chemicals that may emit fumes.

Physical Demands: Due to the nature of our work, you will need to be able to perform the following functions, with or without reasonable accommodation: Distinguishing colors and meeting vision requirements Bending, stooping, reaching, turning as needed to place units in test stands, pick up totes, place units on rack, etc. Using hands for extended periods of time to perform testing and troubleshooting tasks (e.g. grasping, holding, picking, placing, twisting, fine manipulation) Sitting or standing at a workbench/test stand for extended periods of time Lifting up to 20 pounds unassisted Transporting product with or without product carts.

Qualifications

• You Must Have Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• Abiltiy to work 2nd shift hours - 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, with the expectation of flexibility to come in early, as needed, to support the team and business operations.
• Qualifications We Prefer Electrical Technician Certification and/or associate’s degree in Electronics.
• Ability to use scheduling, prioritization and other cell management tools using various methods, i.e. charts, boards, software, etc.
• Computer skills, to include Microsoft Office Suite, MRP systems such as SAP and other software platforms.
• Prior experience with component level troubleshooting.

What We Offer

• 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!

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for 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. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

Equal Opportunity Employment

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.