Test Technician I (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

Collins Aerospace at Miramar (RTX) is seeking candidates for an onsite role in Power & Controls. You will handle and assemble aircraft components, perform painting and surface prep, and maintain test logs while adhering to safety and regulatory data requirements.

The position emphasizes continuous process improvement, clean work practices, and strict documentation in a high‑reliability shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical education preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents per FAR 145.155(b), 65.71(a)(2).

Responsibilities

• Manual handling and assembly of aircraft components.
• Perform painting and surface preparation tasks.
• Maintain test logs and comply with FAA/EASA/CAAC data.
• Work in a safe, clean shop environment with Five S principles.
• Follow methods to remove non-value-added steps and improve processes.

Skills

Manual handling

Painting

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Test equipment use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FAA/airworthiness data reading

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-MIRAMAR-3601 ~ 3601 Flamingo Rd ~ FLAMINGO Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required 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.

What You Will Do

• Manual handling and maneuvering (rolling, lifting) of large fuel aircraft component.
• Maintains proper segregation and identification of components in progress.
• Maintains current knowledge of and complies with customer/Federal Aviation Administration FAA/EASA/CAAC technical data as applicable to the work assigned.
• Performs painting functions including mixing of primer/paint as well as the application of primer/paint.
• Performs general shop and equipment maintenance; practices the principles of the Five S's by creating and maintaining a neat, orderly work area.
• Identifies ways to remove non-value-added steps from all processes and strives to produce products in the least-waste-way.
• Consistently demonstrates a commitment to continuous process improvement and practices.
• Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned.
• This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines.
• Works in a repair and overhaul shop environment.
• Requires continuous standing and walking.
• Maintain Test Log and reports in test cell.
• The employee will be exposed to hazardous waste and will comply with all Regulatory, State, Local and Corporate requirements for handling hazardous waste.
• Routinely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Employees will utilize a lift assist or buddy system if greater than 25 pounds.

What You Will Learn

• Conducts receiving inspection of incoming assemblies/components, and perform fictional test on computer test stand. in accordance with established procedures and technical data.
• Performs disassembly, pressure test, receiving inspection and final inspection and assembly of aircraft components according to customer's specifications, airworthiness directives, applicable manufacturers' CMM guidelines and operating procedures.
• Operation of ATE (Automatic Test Equipment).
• Maintain Test Log and reports in test cell.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education in related discipline
• Must be able to read and interpret our technical documents/Component Maintenance Manual per FAR 145.155(b), 65.71(a)(2).

We Prefer

• Computer coding and software experience.
• Experience performing testing on computerized test stand.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (completed or attending)
• Ability to follow component maintenance manuals and all other applicable technical documents.

What We Offer

• 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 illness insurance, 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!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

*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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines.

Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

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.

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.