Product Quality Inspector - 1st Shift (onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Quality Inspector for a first-shift, on-site role in Largo, FL. The candidate inspects parts and assemblies to blueprints, records discrepancies, and maintains inspection data. Training peers and adherence to safety and regulatory requirements are part of the job.

Active DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship are required; HS diploma or GED is expected, with preferred CQI certification and electronics experience.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance (secret).
• Experience as a quality inspector in electronics manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspects parts and assemblies for conformance to blueprints and instructions.
• Determines acceptability and records discrepancies on subassemblies.
• Collects data and maintains inspection records using manual or electronic media.
• Performs training of others on workmanship and quality standards.
• May handle hazardous materials per regulations and pass required exams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Measuring & testing tools

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

ASQ CQI certification (or equivalent)

Tools

Gauges & meters

Calipers

Stereo microscope

Job description

Location:

US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

Date Posted:

2026-09-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Raytheon Company Managed By Collins Aerospace

Join Collins Aerospace Mission Systems organization, where we’re working side-by-side with customers on exciting industry possibilities. With a comprehensive portfolio, extensive capabilities, and broad expertise, we’re crafting intelligent solutions to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market – all representing the best in innovation and technology for the industries we serve across commercial, business, space, and military and defense aviation. Relocation is not provided.

1st Shift Schedule:

• This position is for 1st shift
• Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

What You Will Do:

• Inspects parts, subassemblies, units, modules, completed units, and/or sets to determine conformance to blueprints, drawings, specifications, inspection instructions, operation sheets, directives, checklists, Workmanship Quality Standards, Standard Practice Instructions, Purchase Orders, Quality Assurance Bulletins and other written or verbal instructions.
• Products inspected may be new build or customer returns.
• Determines acceptability, locates and records discrepancies on various types of subassemblies; standard, microelectronic and/or hi-rel; using routine inspection tools, direct reading instruments, gauges, meters, measuring devices such as continuity meters, specialized mechanical or optical measuring or testing devices and/or stereo microscopes.
• Inspects shippable items for identification, condition, and compliance to blueprints, specifications, operation sheets, general orders and other written or verbal instructions, using standard inspection tools and measuring devices.
• Collects data, prepares and maintains inspection records, using either written or electronic media, as required and/or directed by supervision.
• Moves material as directed and works with minimum supervision.
• Trains others in workmanship and product quality standards through an on-the-job training process as it relates to specific inspection requirements.
• May be involved in storing, use and disposal of hazardous waste chemicals such as acids, caustics, flammables, poisons and oxidizers in accordance with federal, state and local environmental protection laws.
• May be retrained annually to comply with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Employees may be required to obtain the appropriate government security clearance.
• Must be able to lift up to 28 pounds.
• Upon hire, selected candidate must be able to pass a visual acuity (near and far vision) exam; color perception exam; depth perception exam; and/or additional company or contract requirements which is part of the inspection certification process.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D.)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Requires one of the below requirements or successful completion of a pre-qualification inspection test

• 1 year of experience as a Quality Inspector, in the Electronics Manufacturing Industry.
• Active Quality Inspector Certification CQI by ASQ and 1 year of related work experience.
• 1 year of military experience, in Electronics Quality Inspection, as defined by the company.
• Electronics Certificate, by an accredited institution

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

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
• 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!

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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. The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

• 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.

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.