Certified Test Operator Class B, 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX's Collins Aerospace Rockford site is seeking technicians to support the assembly and testing of Ram Air Turbines used for aircraft emergency power. Onsite role requiring adherence to written instructions, documentation of records, and precise mounting of hardware and plumbing under controlled procedures.

The candidate will perform testing and inspection tasks, maintain quality stamp authority, and use engineering prints to analyze issues and complete required JIS and route-card work orders

Qualifications

• Testing, inspection, mounting hardware, and plumbing per procedures.
• Must be able to maintain quality stamp authority.
• Must be able to complete necessary documents and records.
• Perform to written instructions (route card, JIS, engineering drawing or work order).
• Utilize engineering prints for problem analysis.

Responsibilities

• Testing, inspection, mounting hardware, plumbing, diagnosing, etc.
• Must be able to maintain quality stamp authority.
• Must be able to complete necessary documents and records.
• Perform to written instructions (route card, JIS, engineering drawing or work order).
• Utilize engineering prints for problem analysis.

Skills

Testing

Inspection

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

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

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

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:

• Testing, inspection, mounting hardware, plumbing, diagnosing, etc.
• Must be able to maintain quality stamp authority.
• Must be able to complete necessary documents and records.
• Perform to written instructions (i.e. per route card, job instruction sheets (J.I.S.), engineering drawing or work order). Also utilize engineering prints for problem analysis.
• Demonstrate