Tech, Lab Assistant - Mission Systems; Onsite

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.

This position is for a Staff Engineering Lab Assistant who works under minimal supervision. Performs hands-on technical work on engineering products. Confers with Engineers and lab technicians on details and specifications to build and modify a wide range of products.

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105

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 Type:
None/Not Required Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

• Work under minimal supervision to provide technical build support to engineers and technicians on various tasks.
• Perform moderately complex hands-on technical tasks, such as circuit board repairs, component insertion and replacement, and inspections.
• Build and terminate cables for a variety of circuitry types.
• Utilize soldering techniques, including both lead and lead-free soldering, with precision and care.
• Read and interpret engineering prints, drawings, and schematics to assist in the build and modification process.
• Follow engineering inspection and quality processes, adhering to established quality procedures.
• Operate hand tools, soldering stations, scopes, and other technical devices with accuracy.
• Document changes and inspection results as required for various engineering products.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure specifications and requirements are met.

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Experience with reading prints, drawings, and schematics
• We Prefer Experience with soldering techniques, including lead and lead-free soldering.
• Experience working with circuit boards, including repairs, component insertion, and inspection.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering prints, drawings, and schematics

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,  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!

Hired applicants may be eligible for additional benefits including 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.

The salary range for this role is 53,100 USD - 100,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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…