2nd Shift_ Mechanical Manufacturing Technician I_ Onsite

Collins Aerospace; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in West Des Moines, IA, is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Manufacturing Technician to learn setup and operation of production equipment, assembling components, and following standard work under supervision. The role emphasizes calibration basics, quality records, and safe, productive teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities include supporting EHS guidelines, documenting production results, and potentially working overtime to meet schedules while developing

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required; in the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience is required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand prints.
• Effective communication across levels of employees and management.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to set up and operate production equipment and ensure flow, alignment with specifications, and tolerance.
• Follow established standard work under supervision.
• Assist with calibration and assembly of components as directed by leads and engineers.
• Prepare and document production records accurately.
• Support safety, quality, and EHS guidelines and continuous improvement activities.
• Work overtime or extended shifts as needed to meet production schedules.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading prints

Effective communication

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Location: US-IA-WEST DES MOINES-811 ~ 811 4th St ~ 4TH

Date Posted: 2026-07-23

Country: United States of America

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 Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Mechanical Manufacturing Technician is an entry level position with no certification required. The purpose for an operator at this level is to learn and train on the basic understandings of all calibration specific operations. Mechanical Manufacturing Technician is expected to have the basic level ability to prepare and assemble components to develop final or sub-assemblies with direct supervision by a certified calibrator (level II or above). The operator will set up and operate production equipment to ensure flow, spray angle, and quality of spray meets product specifications and tolerance levels. The operator is expected to follow established standard work under general supervision in efforts to obtain certification. The operator will typically refer problems or deviations to more experienced operators including Lead Technicians, supervisors, or engineers.

External applicants are eligible for a $1,000 sign on bonus.

What You Will Do

• Learn how to set up and operate test stand to check nozzles, spray bars, and valves for spray quality, angle, and flow according to specifications.


• Learn how to set up and operate laser marker and printer according to procedures and specifications.


• Learn how to record spray parameters by serial number. Learns how to certify product conformance through test and records performance results by serial number.


• May learn how to disassemble, repair, and assemble product according to specifications.


• Accurately complete production documentation and performs necessary labor transitions.


• Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as set by your leader and position.


• Actively participate in the Continuous Improvement process as well as safety related activities.


• May be required to work over 40 hours per week as scheduled to meet business needs.


• All other duties as assigned including working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.


• Willingness to work nonstandard hours.


• Some Holiday hours may be required based on business need.


• Working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.


• The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 3:30pm - 12:00am.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS Diploma. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Manufacturing experience


• Manual dexterity to perform tasks associated with assembly and calibration.


• Experience reading and understanding prints.


• Effectively communicates 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 illnessinsurance, 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!

Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world - and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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.