Quality Inspector III

Collins Aerospace; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Jamestown, ND is seeking a Quality Inspector to verify incoming, in-process, and finished aerospace parts against engineering drawings and quality specs. The role emphasizes precise measurement, documentation, and adherence to GD&T standards.

You will load and operate CMMs, perform FAIs and FAA conformity inspections, report status to stakeholders, and assist in root-cause analysis while prioritizing tasks to maintain efficiency onsite.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Ability to work semi-independently.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Knowledge of GD&T and basic to intermediate math.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and aerospace standards.
• Familiarity with Teamcenter, SAP, Discus, NetInspect or Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products for conformance to engineering requirements and quality specifications.
• Load, operate, and unload Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) for inspection of product.
• Report product status to internal and external customers.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAIs) and FAA Conformity inspections.
• Prioritize tasks to ensure area efficiency.
• Raise non-conformance notices and assist root cause analysis.

Skills

Semi-independently

MS Office

GD&T knowledge

Communication skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Education

AA/AS degree or 1–3 years aerospace experience

High School diploma

Tools

Teamcenter

SAP

Discus

NetInspect

Minitab

Job description

Location

US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1

Date Posted

2026-09-18

Country

United States of America

Location

US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1

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 Status

Not Required

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.

Position Overview

Uses predetermined methods, operations, setups, and prescribed specifications to inspect arriving, in process, and completed products for conformance to engineering requirements and in accordance with quality specifications.

Primary Responsibilities

• Uses a variety of measuring devices, testing equipment, computer software, and process control documents to perform in process and final verification inspections of aerospace product.
• Loads, operates, and unloads Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) for inspection of product.
• Works with product stakeholders to determine and report product status to internal and external customers.
• Performs First Article Inspections (FAIs) and inspections on product undergoing FAA Conformity.
• Prioritizes and manages their tasks to ensure area efficiency semi-autonomously.
• Raises notifications of non-conformance, quarantines non-conforming product, and assists in root cause analysis of discrepant product.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Required:

• Ability to work semi-independently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.
• Ability to apply intermediate skills by adapting existing (or writing new) procedures, techniques and tools to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Base knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and basic to intermediate math skills.
• Communication skills.
• Base knowledge of FAA regulations and aerospace standards.
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• High School diploma
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• AA / AS degree (or other 2-year or 4-year post high school training) or 1 – 3 years of experience in a (preferrable aerospace) manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of industry software including Teamcenter, SAP, Discus, NetInspect, and Minitab (or comparable data analysis software)

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• 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.
• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

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.