Date Posted:

2025-10-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA02: Engine Comp (TFT) - WDM 4th St 811 Fourth Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50265 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to perform inspections across all phases of production—including incoming supplier materials, in-process checks, First Article Inspections (FAIRs), IOS updates, and final inspections—to verify dimensional accuracy, ensure compliance with drawings and tolerances, and uphold product quality, integrity, and customer requirements.

What You Will Do:

Prepare to inspect by interpreting blueprints, data, and manuals to determine specifications, inspections and testing procedures.
Perform inspection on parts utilizing IOS books and standard Measurement and Test Equipment to ensure conformance.
Build programs for verifying conformity of production parts, development, investigations, fixturing and gaging through the use of Keyance, Optical Comparators, and CMM.
Review paperwork to ensure completion and accuracy of all documents including routers.
Review and validate new CMM programs to ensure proper setup and conformance
Build/Create standard work.
Proficient with Solidworks and capable of creating fixturing.
Collaborate with suppliers and customers to align on inspection/programming techniques.
Maintain and troubleshoot CMM and programming issues.
Provide additional support to other inspection roles.
Fill out paperwork (electronic and paper) such as turnback forms, inspection or test data, and entering all part transactions into SAP.
Train and assist less experienced peers and operators.
Actively participate in Continuous Improvement activities, and work with stakeholders in and operations to problem solve and establish priorities.
Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and other functions as set by your leader and position.
Over 40 hours per week as scheduled to meet business needs.
All other duties as assigned including working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.

Working Environment:

Minimal travel required (<10%) to additional Collins sites in Iowa
Willingness to work nonstandard hours
Some Holiday hours may be required based on business need
Working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business

Qualifications We Require:

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 4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

4+ years progressive programming experience.
6+ years in a progressive manufacturing environment preferred.
Advanced proficiency in CMM programming and software such as OpenDMIS, GeoMeasure, Verisurf, Calypso, etc.
Moderate proficiency in Blue/White Light, Optical, and other 3D scanning techniques
Advanced proficiency in shop math, geometry, and algebra.
Advanced proficiency with detailed drawings including geometric tolerances, dimensions, general features and blueprint reading.
Familiarity with industry inspection techniques.
Familiarity with 2D vision systems.
Advanced proficiency in reading CMM reports.
Advanced proficiency utilizing fixturing to stage product for inspection.
Advanced proficiency with computer skills (E-mail, internet, basic MS office including excel).
Advanced proficiency in verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Moderate knowledge of inspection gages and tools
Advanced knowledge of the Quality Management System, including internal requirements and procedures.
Advanced knowledge of manufacturing knowledge including the techniques, tools, and principles and processes involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

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.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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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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