Certified Assembly Technician A, 1st Shift (Onsite

Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P1 2421 11th St, 2421 11TH ST-P1

• Performs as required: assembly, inspection, disassembly, reassembly, safety wiring, part marking, painting and repair of sub and final assemblies.
• 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 instruction sheets (J.I.S.), engineering drawing or work order). Also utilize engineering prints for problem analysis.
• Demonstrate general knowledge of operation/function of assemblies, as required, to troubleshoot units.
• Proficiently operate departmental machinery, equipment, tooling or gauging as required.
• Must be capable of machine brazing, soldering and balancing.
• Identify processing changes and method improvements.
• Verify current instrumentation calibration and department records (torque wrenches, inch micrometer, gages, etc.).
• Works in close cooperation with supervision, Engineering, suppliers and other personnel to resolve problems.
• Interface with customer or government personnel as required.
• Must be able to use 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.
• Must be able to perform and monitor assembly test set‑ups and verify equipment calibrations.
• Verify job instruction sheets, blueprints or specifications used in the area to ensure they are to the required revision.
• Performs environmental checks on a regular basis to assess temperature, humidity (expect on special programs, i.e. Space Shuttle) and maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Verify proper incorporation of engineering changes as required by manufacturing process plan.
• Must be 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 performing work functions.
• Understand hazardous materials used within assembly and proper handling practices.
• Proficient at mixing and applying chemical compounds i.e. adhesives, paints and loctites, etc.
• Assist supervision with department administrative tasks (i.e. ordering shop supplies, tools, calibration recall, shelf life of material)
• Makes proper records of material accepted or rejected.
• 1st Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 3:15pm

• High School Diploma/GED
• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 3-4 years of relevant experience

• A & P License
• Experience with hand tools
• Experience with calibration and/or maintenance
• Previous experience in aviation or aerospace assembly
• 4-5 years of relevant experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program