Assembly/Test IV - Team Lead (2nd Shift)

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Lenexa, KS seeks an Assembly/Test IV - Team Lead to drive complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly, testing, and fabrication. You will ensure precision, safety, and on-time production in a demanding environment.

You will read blueprints, operate tools, manage inventory, perform quality checks, and lead a team across manufacturing operations, with potential international travel for training.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED or vocational/technical education with 4+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, drawings, BOMs and other instructions.
• Operate hand tools and measuring equipment to perform assembly tasks.
• Maintain inventory at workstations and ensure materials are available.
• Perform quality checks and record defects for corrective action.
• Rework or repair assemblies to meet specifications.
• Adhere to safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Lift up to 25 lbs and work standing up to 10 hours per day.
• Be open to international travel for training.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Tool operation

Quality checks

Inventory management

Safety adherence

Physical stamina

Training travel

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-KS-LENEXA-885 ~ 15701 W 95Th St ~ KIN01 W 95TH 885

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

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.

As a Assembly/Test IV - Team Lead you will be at the forefront of complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly, testing, and fabrication operations. You will take on a comprehensive range of tasks, ensuring precision and efficiency in both standard and non-standard environments. Your expertise will drive the continuous flow of work, ensuring high-quality production and adherence to safety and performance standards.

What You Will Do:

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions to ensure accurate assembly.
• Operate hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light equipment efficiently to perform assembly tasks.
• Maintain inventory of product in assigned workstations, ensuring materials are readily available for ongoing operations.
• Perform quality work checks, identify product defects, and accurately record identified defects for corrective action.
• Rework and/or repair assembled equipment and products based on engineering specification changes to meet quality standards.
• Adhere to all quality standards and established safety procedures, ensuring compliance and a high standard of work.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, promoting efficiency and safety.
• Lift up to 25 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation, ensuring safe material handling.
• Work in a standing position for up to 10 hours per day, contributing to continuous workflow.
• Be open to international travel for required training, expanding your expertise and ensuring operational excellence.

Qualification You Must Have:

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

What We Offer Benefits

• Some of our competitive benefits packages include:
• 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!

Getting onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and playing a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health  Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. 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.