Quality Inspector III (2nd Shift)

Collins Aerospace; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life & disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Quality Inspector III to ensure conforming product is delivered to aerospace customers. This onsite role performs conformity inspections and coordinates non-conforming product dispositions within the AS9100 framework, primarily on the 2nd shift.

The position involves floor and on-line inspections, FAI activities, and documentation of findings to support manufacturing quality. The role uses a variety of measuring devices, testing equipment, and SPC processes to

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED or equivalent with 2 years of relevant experience.
• AS9100 environment experience preferred.
• Detail oriented with good communication and recordkeeping.
• Product inspection experience or technical background preferred.
• SAP knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect arriving, in process, and completed products for conformance to engineering requirements and quality specifications.
• Use measuring devices, testing equipment, computers, and SPC processes to perform inspections and observations.
• Inspect actual products on the floor and on-line.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and conformity inspections.
• Raise notifications of non-conformance, quarantine non-conforming product and disposition when approved.
• Oversee and inspect parts, materials and processes.

Skills

AS9100 environment experience

Product inspection experience

Detail oriented

Good communication

Recordkeeping skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-KS-LENEXA-885 ~ 15701 W 95Th St ~ KIN01 W 95TH 885

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

Collins Aerospace is excited to welcome a talented Quality Inspector III. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for ensuring quality product is delivered to our valued aerospace customers by performing conformity inspections and coordinating non-conforming product dispositions within the compliance ofAS9100.

Shift Details:

• This is for 2nd shift.
• Monday through Thursday from 2:30pm - 1:00am

What You Will Do:

• Use predetermined methods, operations, setups, prescribed specifications to inspect arriving, in process, and completed products for conformance to engineering requirements and in accordance with quality specifications.
• Use a variety of measuring devices, testing equipment, computer systems, and statistical control processes to perform in process, final bench and product feature inspections and inspection tasks.
• Inspects actual products on the floor and on-line.
• Performs First Article Inspections (FAI) and conformity inspections.
• Raises notifications of non-conformance, quarantines non-conforming product and, when approved to do so, provides disposition.
• Oversight and inspection of parts, materials and processes.

What You Will Learn:

• Advanced problem solving tools and techniques as a part of our CORE operating system

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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience working in an environment governed by AS9100 Quality Management System
• Detail oriented with good communication and recordkeeping skills
• Product inspection experience or technical background is preferred
• SAP knowledge and experience

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 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.

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 attendselect 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.

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