Senior Gage & Fixture Inspector - 3rd Shift

Date Posted:

2026-04-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. 

Our Troy, OH site location has an immediate need for a Senior Gage & Fixture Inspector to set, adjust, calibrate and maintain gages and all equipment used for product and process inspection.  Perform complex and ultra-precision inspection on product items that are beyond the capability of employees and /or equipment assigned to perform in-process inspection.  The job is usually performed in the Gage Room but may take place in any manufacturing area or other assigned area. 

3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11P-7A

What You Will Do

• Inspect new and reworked tools and fixtures for blueprint conformity.
• Periodically inspect gages, fixtures, and measuring equipment for wear and calibration.
• Maintain records, including daily tape backups of gage calibration data files.
• Set and adjust gages for specific inspection applications as required.
• Inspect setup or first production pieces for new machine setups.
• Inspect experimental or unique items for blueprint and engineering conformity.
• Perform Sample Approval inspections on forgings, castings, and other materials.
• Report all inspections on appropriate forms or computer systems.
• Inform supervision of any abnormal situations. 
• Operate and maintain CAD/CAM workstations for programing CMM/Inspection/Test equipment.
• Assist in training new Sr. G&F Inspectors.
• Clean and maintain work areas, machines, and auxiliary equipment.
• Check and maintain operating levels of machine fluids and materials.
• Move materials between workstations and cells as required.
• Tear down, analyze, and repair faulty test and measuring equipment.
• Request adequate stock of spare parts for gage equipment repair.
• Participate in quality-related training activities and department meetings.
• Perform other QA duties as assigned.
• Oil machines as needed.
• Retrieve items from the tool crib and complete necessary forms/transactions
• You will be required to perform mathematical calculations requiring addition, subtraction, multiplication or division and pass a pre-employment qualification test.
• You will be required to perform substantial reaching and moving while standing, twisting; stooping; and be response to sounds associated to the work environment.
• You will be required to lift to 25 lbs. unassisted, anything over 25 lbs. would be assisted.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment as required. 
•    You will be required to adhere to all EH&S roles and responsibilities as stated in manufacturing work instructions and EHS policies and procedures.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year CNC machining experience or minimum of 2 years quality manufacturing experience.
• Experience working with technical documents (including any of the following: routings, blueprints, Engineering process specifications, written work instructions.)

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  
• Paid time off after 121 days
• 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, 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!​

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!  

*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. 

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.

Eligible for Referral Bonus

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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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