Inspection Tech II

Prattwhitney; Washington; On-site; USD 38,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with employer-mgc

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking an Inspection Tech II to improve manufacturing quality via data-driven methods. The role focuses on dimensional and visual inspections, GD&T interpretation, and AS9102 FAI execution to ensure conformance across materials and processes.

You will document findings in MES and support reporting using MS Office tools. On-site shifts are 12 hours (6:00 AM–6:00 PM) with a 4-on/4-off cycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical education acceptable.
• At least 1 year interpreting mechanical drawings, GD&T, and blueprints.
• At least 1 year applying shop math in a manufacturing or inspection setting.
• At least 1 year hands‑on with precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precise dimensional inspections using hand gauges and tools.
• Perform visual inspections per workmanship standards.
• Identify nonconforming materials and document in MES.
• Apply GD&T to verify blueprint requirements.
• Execute AS9102 FAI with accuracy.
• Run in-process inspections and product audits.
• Inspect incoming materials against specs.
• Review paperwork and certifications for accuracy.
• Support documentation with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/SharePoint).

Skills

Dimensional inspection

GD&T interpretation

AS9102 FAI

Precision measurement tools

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Hand gauges

Measurement instruments

Job description

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, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

We are seeking an Inspection Tech II to join our team to identify statistical methods that improve manufacturing quality and to provide data for establishing quality standards through testing methods and sampling.

What You Will Do

• Conduct precise dimensional inspections using hand gauges, including calipers, micrometers, and other measurement tools.
• Perform visual inspections in accordance with established workmanship standards.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming materials and accurately document them within the Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
• Apply knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) to interpret and verify blueprint requirements.
• Execute AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI) with thoroughness and accuracy.
• Perform in-process inspections and product audits to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Inspect incoming materials for compliance with specifications and requirements.
• Conduct outgoing product inspections by interpreting blueprints, procedures, data, and specifications to ensure quality.
• Review and verify paperwork and certifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, to support documentation and reporting tasks.

Shift Structure 4 on/ 4 off schedule 12-hour shifts: 6:00A – 6:00P

Qualifications You Must Have

• High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., G.E.D.) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline.
• At least 1 year of experience interpreting and working from detailed mechanical drawings and blueprints, including geometric tolerances, dimensions, and part features.
• At least 1 year of practical experience applying shop math—geometry, algebra, and related calculations—in a manufacturing or inspection environment.
• At least 1 year of hands‑on experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and other standard hand‑measuring instruments.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Hands‑on experience with AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication, with the ability to effectively interact with employees and management at all levels.
• Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming and operation.
• Basic understanding of the AS9100 Quality Management System standards.
• Familiarity with manufacturing techniques, tools, and principles, as well as processes involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, and models.
• General computer proficiency, including email, internet usage, and basic Microsoft Office applications.

What We Offer

• 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!
• Additional Perks Starting at 3-weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program 401 (k) match program On-site fitness equipment Access to company-sponsored Commute Smart ride share program Auto-eligibility for Spokane County Commute Smart program incentives

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

*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.

The salary range for this role is $38,060K/yr - $71,553K/yr USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 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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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.