Electrical Assembler I - 1st Shift

Collins Aerospace; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with matching funds

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring an Electrical Assembler I in Manchester, IA. This onsite role focuses on basic electrical assembly, soldering, and hardware installation, under close supervision to ensure quality and adherence to engineering specs.

Responsibilities include checking own work, meeting productivity goals, and participating in audits and improvement programs, with a safety-first approach and strict adherence to FAA-related requirements.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; U.S. citizenship required for access.
• Ability to interpret and follow engineering requirements and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to train and complete required modules and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic electrical assembly tasks under close supervision, including soldering and hardware installation.
• Inspect own work to ensure it meets workmanship standards, engineering requirements and design specifications.
• Meet productivity expectations to satisfy customer deadlines.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, report progress to leads/supervisors.
• Participate in audits, cost reduction and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Teamwork

Ability to stand 9 hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering

Electrical hardware installation

Post coating

Job description

Location

US-IA-MANCHESTER-185 ~ 901 S 10th St ~ S 10TH

Date Posted

2026-08-19

Country

United States of America

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

The Electrical Assembler I is responsible for performing basic electrical assembly tasks under close supervision, following established workmanship standards, engineering requirements, and safety guidelines. This role focuses on developing technical skills, maintaining quality and productivity expectations, and supporting team objectives through compliance, continuous improvement, and effective communication with leads and supervisors.

What You Will Do

• Once properly trained and/or certified, perform specific tasks including but not limited to, soldering, hardware installation, post coating.
• Under close supervision, inspects own work performed to ensure a quality product which conforms to workmanship standards, engineering requirements and design specifications.
• Perform in accordance with productivity expectations to meet customer deadlines.
• Comply with all rules and regulations of Raytheon Technologies, including, but not limited to: Environmental Health and Safety, Ethics and Compliance, Quality, and attendance requirements.
• Participate in cost reduction plans and continuous improvement plans/events, as required.
• Participate in audits.
• Acquire applicable skill/knowledge/certifications and complete trainings as required.
• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Report to lead or supervisor on work progress and updates.
• Complete assigned tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS Diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• The ability to interpret schematics and/or technical drawings
• The ability to successfully complete training modules associated with job grade.
• The ability to follow assembly instruction.
• The ability to effectively work in an environment requiring repetitive job responsibilities.
• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail in order to ensure safety and quality.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• The ability to work in a team to support work capacity in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate computer skills in terms of typing, navigating screens and learning new software programs.
• Ability to be standing for 9 hours.

What We Offer

Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00AM-2:00PM (hours are flexible for a start window). Training will take place from 7:00AM-3:00PM for approximately 2-weeks.

Pay: $21.00/HR

• 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!

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

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.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time.

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.

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