Senior Quality Technician - FAI (Onsite)

2026-10-09

United States of America

US-IA-WEST DES MOINES-811 ~ 811 4th St ~ 4TH

Onsite

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

• Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Prior quality inspection or other engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with First Article Inspection (FAI) or Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Inspections
• Experience interpreting and understanding technical drawings/reports, manuals, and work instructions
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5, with the ability to interpret, analyze, and apply tolerancing requirements to complex engineering drawings.

• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality management system and FAI standard AS9102
• General knowledge of aerospace industry standards (such as NAS, AMS, etc..)
• Experience with SAP/ERP
• Experience with a variety of inspection tools
• Experience with Discus and Net-inspect Software
• Experience working with customer requirements
• Ability to track multiple activities at the same time with prioritization planning and projecting completion dates

None/Not Required

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.

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Senior Quality Technician to support first article inspection (FAI) activities for our engine nozzle components, including reporting, tracking, and partial execution of measurements. In this role, you will work directly with customers to obtain FAI approvals, address and resolve customer returns, and ensure timely, accurate documentation throughout the approval process. This position plays a key role in supporting quality engineering, driving inspection excellence, and maintaining strong customer relationships.

 

• →Complete, review, and track Customer First Article Inspections (FAI), including turnback resolution.
• →Support internal FAI completion and maintain accurate documentation.
• →Deliver and support internal and customer FAI/inspection training.
• →Assist the quality engineering team with customer approvals and FAI requirements.
• →Maintain and update Quality Management System (QMS) documentation related to FAI and inspection-based training.
• →Support inspection training initiatives across teams.
• →Identify and implement process improvements for FAI and inspection activities.
• →Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key functional groups to achieve business objectives.
• →Support day-to-day quality deliverables, including:
  • →root cause investigation
  • →calibration activities
  • →tooling inspection
  • →non-conformance control and documentation

• →Customer Requirements and specifications
• →APQP / PPAP
• →Introduction to MRB with potential for PR
• →Compliance

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