Quality Inspector - 3rd Shift

Prattwhitney; California (MO); On-site; USD 37,195 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off after 121 days

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace's Advanced Structures team in Riverside, CA seeks a Machinist/Inspector for the 3rd shift (Sun-Sat). You will inspect and measure aircraft parts across manufacturing stages to ensure quality and conformance to specifications.

Responsibilities include evaluating parts with precision tools, operating testing equipment, and validating calibrations. Requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years of inspection experience in aerospace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent vocational/technical education.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant inspection experience in manufacturing or aerospace.
• Experience inspecting using blueprints and specifications.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all machined parts, assemblies and tooling for workmanship and dimensional accuracy.
• Operate magnetic and penetrant testing equipment and perform inspections.
• Conduct functional and operational checks of production, prototype and customer‑returned components.
• Investigate dispositions on returned materials for FAA repairs.
• Inspect, calibrate and certify precision measuring instruments to required standards.

Skills

Inspection experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement tools

SAP

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Laser trackers

Portable CMM

CMM

Photogrammetry

Job description

Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-07-14

Location: 8200 Arlington Ave, Building B1, Riverside, CA 92507

Position Type: Onsite (3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11:30PM – 6:30AM)

Compensation: $27 - $31 per hour plus $0.75 per hour shift premium.

Job Summary

Join Collins Aerospace's Advanced Structures team as a Machinist/Inspector, performing inspection and measurement of aircraft parts and assemblies across all manufacturing stages to ensure quality, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with specifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all machined parts, assemblies, tooling, and precision instruments for workmanship, dimensional accuracy, and interchangeability.
• Operate magnetic and penetrant testing equipment and perform subsequent inspections.
• Conduct functional and operational checks of production, prototype, modified, and customer‑returned aircraft components.
• Investigate and determine dispositions on returned materials and components for FAA repairs.
• Inspect, calibrate, repair, adjust, and certify precision measuring instruments to required standards.

Qualifications – Must Have

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent vocational/technical education in a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant inspection experience in manufacturing or aerospace.
• Experience performing inspections using blueprints and specifications.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers.

Qualifications – Preferred

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages).
• Experience setting up and aligning optical instruments and inspecting major tools and master gauges.
• Ability to use computer systems for data input and retrieval for inspections (e.g., SAP).
• Experience with laser trackers, portable CMM, CMM, photogrammetry, or similar technologies.
• Experience reviewing documents and identifying and resolving errors or missing information.
• 2+ years in an aerospace or similar inspection role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off after 121 days
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer match and additional retirement contribution options
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages (pet, home, auto, additional life, etc.)
• Birth, adoption, and leave benefits
• Employee assistance program with counseling sessions
• Wellness incentives and rewards program
• Virtual and in‑person health care options (Doctor on Demand, Teladoc, second opinion programs)
• Child and elder care services through Bright Horizons
• Additional benefits such as Ovia health and fertility support

Work Condition & Schedule

Shift: Sunday‑Thursday, 11:30PM–6:30AM (3rd Shift)

Location: Riverside, CA (on‑site)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.