Certified Assembly Technician Class B, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

• High School Diploma/GED
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience
• 1-2 years of assembly experience

• A&P License
• Experience with hand tools
• Experience with calibration and/or maintenance
• Previous experience in aviation or aerospace assembly
• 3-5 years of relevant experience

At RTX, the world 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.

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace in Rockford, IL site aids in assembling the Ram Air Turbines (RAT) used for aircraft emergency power generation. Our Ram Air Turbines have been used to save aircrafts and over 2,600 lives.

• →Performs as required: assembly, inspection, disassembly, reassembly, safety wiring, part marking, painting and repair of sub and final assemblies with some assistance.
• →Must be able to maintain quality stamp authority.
• →Must be able to complete necessary documents and records.
• →Perform to written instructions (i.e. per route card, job instructions sheets (J.I.S.), engineering drawing or work order). Also utilize engineering prints for problem analysis with some assistance.
• →Develop general knowledge of operation/function of assemblies, as required to troubleshoot units.
• →Ability to operate and maintain departmental machinery, equipment, tooling or gauging as required with assistance.
• →Able to learn machine brazing, soldering and balancing.
• →Identify processing changes and method improvements.
• →Maintain current instrumentation calibration and department records (torque wrenches, inch micrometer, gauges, etc.)
• →Works in close cooperation with supervision, Engineering, suppliers and other support personnel to resolve problems.
• →Interface with customer or government personnel as required.
• →Capable of using the required inspection equipment to perform visual and/or dimensional inspection of in-process sub-assemblies, assemblies, process piece parts to ensure conformity to blueprints, job instruction sheets (J.I.S.), test specifications and engineering specifications with assistance.
• →Must be able to perform and monitor assemble test set-ups and verify equipment calibrations with assistance.
• →Verify job instructions sheets, blueprints or specifications used in the area to ensure they are to the required revision.
• →Perform environmental checks on a regular basis to assess temperature, humidity (except on special programs, i.e. Space Shuttle) and maintain cleanliness of work area.
• →Verify proper incorporation or engineering changes as required by manufacturing process plan.
• →Able to calculate fractions and decimals and have a working knowledge of shop mathematics.
• →Monitor department process equipment for acceptance of fluid and gas conditions, temperature and other operating perimeters.
• →Maintain program and process certifications as needed for the area.
• →Print process manufacturing documentation as required to perform work functions.
• →Gains understanding of hazardous materials used within assembly and proper handling practices.
• →Ability to mix and apply chemical compounds i.e. adhesives, paints and locktites, etc. with some assistance.
• →Assist supervision with department administrative tasks (i.e. ordering shop supplies, tools, calibration recall, shelf life of materials).
• →Make proper records of material accepted or rejected.
• →2nd Shift 3:30pm – 11:30pm Monday – Friday.
• →Will train on 1st or 2nd Shift for up to 3 months.

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Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

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.

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