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

RTX (Raytheon); Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Adoption Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Rockford, IL is seeking an onsite technician to support RAM turbine assembly processes. You will test, inspect, mount hardware, diagnose issues, and ensure compliance with drawings and instructions.

You will work with calibration tools and documentation, lifting up to 35 lbs, and collaborate with supervision, engineering, and suppliers. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. Citizenship required for access to program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect, mount hardware and diagnose as required.
• Maintain quality stamp authority.
• Complete necessary documents and records.
• Follow written instructions and use engineering prints for analysis.
• Troubleshoot units using knowledge of assemblies.
• Operate department machinery, tooling or gauging as required.
• Lift up to 35 lbs.
• Identify processing changes and improvements.
• Verify instrumentation calibration and department records.

Skills

Hand tool knowledge

Quality inspection

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Torque wrenches

Inch micrometer

Gages

Job description

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 general knowledge of operation/function of assemblies, as required, to troubleshoot units.
• Proficiently operate departmental machinery, equipment, tooling or gauging as required.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 35lbs
• Identify processing changes and method improvements.
• Verify current instrumentation calibration and department records (torque wrenches, inch micrometer, gages, etc.).
• Works in close cooperation with supervision, Engineering, suppliers and other personnel to resolve problems.
• Interface with customer or government personnel as required.
• Must be able to use the required inspection equipment to perform visual and/or dimensional inspection of in-process sub-assemblies, assemblies, process piece parts to ensure conformity to blueprints, job instruction sheets (J.I.S.), test specifications and engineering specifications.
• Must be able to perform and monitor assembly test set‑ups and verify equipment calibrations.
• Verify job instructions sheets, blueprints or specifications used in the area to ensure they are to the required revision.
• Performs environmental checks on a regular basis to assess temperature, humidity and maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Verify proper incorporation of engineering changes as required by manufacturing process plan.
• Must be able to calculate fractions and decimals and have a working knowledge of shop mathematics.
• Monitor department process equipment for acceptance of fluid and gas conditions, temperature and other operating perimeters.
• Maintain program and process certifications as needed for the area.
• Print process manufacturing documentation as required performing work functions.
• Understand hazardous materials used within assembly and proper handling practices.
• Proficient at applying chemical compounds i.e. adhesives, paints and loctite, etc.
• Assist supervision with department administrative tasks (i.e. ordering shop supplies, tools, calibration recall, shelf life of material) . Makes proper records of material accepted or rejected.
• 1st Shift 6:45am - 3:15pm Monday - Friday.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma/GED
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience
• 1-2 years of basic hand tool knowledge

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Plumbing experience
• Experience with pipe bending, flaring, and threading
• Previous experience in aviation or aerospace manufacturing
• 3-5 years of relevant experience

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
• 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
• Au