Test Technician IV, 1st Shift; Onsite

Test Technician IV

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.

As a Test Technician IV, you will perform tests to assess conformance with engineering specifications. You will set up testing apparatus and conduct quality assurance/control tests of raw materials, parts, components, finished items, packaging, equipment and systems. You will perform final tests on sub-assemblies or completed units as necessary to ensure proper functioning of electrical, mechanical, and chemical performance. The scope of work may include but is not limited to strength testing, thermal testing, pyrometry and metallurgic testing.

External candidates will receive a sign-on bonus of $3,000

• Testing a variety of electronic units using prescribed test procedures
• Setting up and operating various test stands
• Configuring test equipment for special tests as needed
• Interpreting and recording test results
• Recognizing and isolating test equipment failures
• Using diagnostic tools to troubleshoot electronic units to the sub-assembly and component level
• Reading and interpreting technical data such as component maintenance manuals, engineering prints, and schematics
• Effectively communicate work status to team members and support staff (e.g. shift pass down, engineering, maintenance)
• 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm

• You may occasionally need to provide weekend and holiday support to meet customer needs.
• In your role, you will be exposed to:
  Products of various weights and sizes, equipment with moving parts, high potential (voltage/current), chemicals that may emit fumes.
• To minimize safety risk to you and product, you must wear static-control and personal protective equipment.

• Due to the nature of our work, you will need to be able to perform the following functions, with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Distinguishing colors and meeting vision requirements
• Bending, stooping, reaching, turning as needed to place units in test stands, pick up totes, place units on rack, etc.
• Using hands for extended periods of time to perform testing and troubleshooting tasks (e.g. grasping, holding, picking, placing, twisting, fine manipulation)
• Sitting or standing at a workbench/test stand for extended periods of time
• Lifting up to 10 pounds unassisted
• Transporting product with or without product carts

• 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.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data.

• Electrical Technician Certification
• Associates Degree in Electronics
• Prior experience with component level troubleshooting
• Working computer skills and knowledge of office software applications

Benefits:

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!