Quality Inspector Level 3

Prattwhitney; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, seeks a Quality Inspection Tech III to support manufacturing quality through inspection, data collection, and conformance documentation. The role emphasizes accurate measurement, SPC validation, and collaboration across teams.

Candidates should have a HS diploma with relevant experience, GD&T knowledge, and proficiency with MS Office tools; on-site work in Santa Fe Springs area is required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Person/Permanent Resident “Green Card” holder.
• Basic to intermediate math competency (Geometry, Basic Trigonometry).
• GD&T knowledge and experience with calibration of Precision Measuring Equipment (calipers, micrometers).
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office, Excel.

Responsibilities

• Use inspection methods and equipment (CMM operation & programming preferred).
• Inspect receiving, in-process, and finished components with various measuring tools.
• Verify SPC data for final acceptance of parts.
• Interface with colleagues to resolve quality issues.
• Prepare certificates of conformance as required by customers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Interdepartmental collaboration

MS Excel proficiency

Education

HS diploma

Tools

GD&T knowledge

Calibration tools

Job description

Location

Location: US-CA-SANTA FE SPRINGS-11120 ~ 11120 South Norwalk Blvd ~ NORWALK

Role Type

Onsite

Eligibility and Security Clearance

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security clearance: None/Not Required

Job Summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX 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. We are seeking a Quality Inspection Tech III to join our team to identify statistical methods that improve manufacturing quality and to provide data for establishing quality standards through testing methods and sampling.

Key Responsibilities

• Use proper inspection methods & complex equipment (i.e., complex part set‑ups and inspections, CMM operation & programming preferred)
• Perform inspection of receiving, in-process, and finished components utilizing various types of measuring and test equipment
• Verify SPC data when applicable for final acceptance of parts
• Interface with other employees regarding quality issues
• Inspection of Products/Material and Inspection Records through MES System and generate required documentation on discrepant disks
• Inspection of returned goods from customers. Define the discrepancy and report as required; if applicable
• Preparation of certificate of conformance as required by customer; if applicable.
• Recommend and/or assist in development and implementation of inspection instruction
• Ensure nonconforming material is segregated and is properly documented and controlled
• Read, interpret, and comply with policies, applicable regulatory, safety and company rules and requirements, operating instructions, procedures.
• Effective communication skills
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Maintain focus regarding safety, quality, and productivity.
• Ability to interface effectively interdepartmentally
• Shift Structure Available to work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional weekend work based on production needs.

Qualifications

• HS diploma with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 4 years of relevant experience is required
• Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident “Green Card” holder
• Basic to intermediate math competency (Geometry, Basic Trigonometry)
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) knowledge
• Experience with calibration of Precision Measuring Equipment (calipers, micrometers, depth indicators)
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office, Excel

Benefits and Perks

• 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!
• Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program 401 (k) match program

Compensation

Salary range for this role: $45,673K/yr - $85,864K/yr USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Work Schedule

Shift structure: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional weekend work based on production needs.

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, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

Affirmative Action

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.

Location & Eligibility

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.

Company Background

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.