Operations Technician

Prattwhitney; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Colorado Springs is seeking an Operations Technician to work onsite, supporting the development and implementation of cost-effective manufacturing processes for aircraft seats. You will aid OEM assembly lines, provide technical support, and help implement process improvements.

The role requires a high school diploma or AA/AS with 4+ years of relevant experience, U.S. citizenship, and proficiency with Microsoft Word/Excel, plus ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or AA/AS degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required to access information under this program/contract.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support as liaison between assembly/manufacturing and the manufacturing engineering team.
• Conduct initial investigation of assembly/manufacturing processes and equipment to diagnose failures and present information to engineers.
• Write Quality Notifications (QN) for part/assembly defects and investigate corrective actions.
• Review and update tooling lists for assembly lines and coordinate with work orders and redline changes as needed.
• Complete initial investigation of Versacall issues and propose solutions to the manufacturing engineering team.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) by verifying setup folders are correct and complete.
• Investigate FAI parts issues and communicate solutions to engineering/managers.
• Help develop tools to enable manufacturing, support process improvements, or address safety/ergonomic concerns.
• Research and recommend continuous improvements in assigned factory areas.
• Assist in improving station loading/line balancing and overall productivity.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

U.S. citizenship

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

High school diploma or AA/AS degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-CO-COLORADO SPRINGS-1275 ~ 1275 N Newport Rd ~ NEWPORT 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

About the Company

At RTX, the world's 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.

Role Overview

We are looking for an Operations Technician to work onsite at our Colorado Springs facility. In this role you will support to develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods associated with specialty aircraft seats such as pilot, flight attendant, and observer for commercial platforms. You will provide technical support to all OEM assembly lines and manufacturing cells. And you will also recommend and assist in implementing improvements for production processes, methods, and controls.

What You Will Do

• Provide technical support for serving as liaison between assembly/manufacturing and the manufacturing engineering team.
• Conduct initial investigation of assembly/manufacturing processes and equipment to diagnose failures and presents information to the manufacturing engineer or manager.
• Write Quality Notifications (QN) for part/assembly defects and investigate solutions for Corrective Actions (CA).
• Review and update tooling lists for assembly lines and review issues with work orders and redline as necessary.
• Complete initial investigation of Versacall issues and recommend a solution to the manufacturing engineering team.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) coming from the shop floor by verifying set-up folders are correct.
• Investigate issues with FAI parts and communicate solutions with the manufacturing engineering team and/or manager.
• Help to develop tools that enable manufacturing, aid process improvement or address safety or ergonomic concerns.
• Research and make recommendations to achieve continuous improvement in assigned areas of the factory.
• Support assembly in improving station loading/line balancing.
• Continuously improve quality and productivity using the CORE Operating System.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a high school diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post-high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Experience with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in a highly regulated industry, especially aerospace or automotive.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality and compliance.
• Well organized with solid judgment; able to multitask and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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 illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
• 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!

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors.

Role Type

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 possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

The salary range for this role is 43,400 USD - 82,600 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. 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.