Quality Inspector III (1st Shift)

Collins Aerospace; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 123,764,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Everett, WA is seeking a Quality Inspector III to inspect arriving, in-process, and completed aerospace products for conformance to engineering and quality specifications. You will perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and conformity inspections, raise non-conformance notices, support root-cause analysis, and work with a team to meet production schedules.

Shift is 1st shift, Monday to Friday, 5:00am to 1:30pm.

Qualifications

• HS diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• AS9100 knowledge and experience are preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office tools and quality software (Teamcenter, SAP, Net-Inspect).

Responsibilities

• Inspect aerospace products using various measuring devices and testing equipment.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and conformity inspections.
• Raise notifications of non-conformance and quarantine non-conforming product.
• Assist in root cause analysis of discrepant product.
• Plan and prioritize work to meet production schedules and quality requirements.
• Maintain compliant process documentation and safety protocols.
• Comply with Raytheon Technologies and EHS rules and ethics standards.

Skills

Quality inspections

First Article Inspections

GD&T basics

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

HS diploma

Tools

Teamcenter

SAP

Net-Inspect

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-25

Country: United States of America

Location: US-WA-EVERETT-11404 ~ 11404 Commando Rd ~ COMMANDO

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

As a Quality Inspector III, you will use 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.

Shift Details

• This is for 1st shift.
• Monday through Friday from 5:00am - 1:30pm.

What You Will Do

• Uses a variety of measuring devices, testing equipment and process control documents to perform inspections of aerospace products.
• Performs First Article Inspections (FAI) and conformity inspections.
• Raises notifications of non-conformance, quarantines non-conforming product, and assists in root cause analysis of discrepant product.
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment.
• Ability to plan and prioritize work to meet production schedules and quality requirements.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Acquire applicable skill/knowledge/certifications as required.
• Safety glasses and other safety equipment are required depending on task
• Maintain quality standards and compliant process documentation
• Comply with all rules and regulations of Raytheon Technologies, including, but not limited to: Environmental Health and Safety, Ethics, International Trade Compliance and Human Resources

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Qualification We Prefer

• Experience working in an environment governed by AS9100 Quality Management System
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and basic to intermediate math skills.
• Working knowledge of industry software including Teamcenter, SAP and Net-Inspect.
• Demonstrated high levels of personal and professional integrity, including sound judgment, accountability, and adherence to ethical standards.

What We Offer Benefits

• Some of our competitive benefits packages include:
• 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!

The hourly range for this role is $23.00 to $43.25; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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 possibilities. 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.