LINE & SURFACE PLATE INSP1 480 - 1st shift (onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-08



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6



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

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 in Rockford, IL site aids in assembling Space and Defense products.

What You Will Do:

• Requires substantial training or experience in manufacturing, inspection methods, gauge use, gauge application and calibration.

• Must have good knowledge of shop mathematics including geometric tolerance.

• Ability to make first piece approval.

• Must have ability to improvise set-ups and check work where standard gauging is not available nor inspection procedures established using CMM or standard measuring instruments.

• Ability to do all types surface plate, CMM and layout work required as well as conventional inspection work.

• Must be able to perform data entry operations and operate CMM’s to make accurate inspection checks with minimum assistance.

• Makes CMM program to meet Engineering changes and/or other revision requirements.

• Writes programs for CMM’s and Outline areas.

• Performs set-up and operates all CMM’s (excluding PML).

• Works with little or no assistance and interface with engineers and customers.

• Ability to perform buy-off duties as a customer representative and the ability to use customer drawings.

• Become certified in customer buy-off (e.g. DSQR, etc.) and FAA as customer requirements permit.

• Assists in preparation and presentation of parts to customers (in customer buy-off area.)

• Thoroughly understands systems of records and disposition of work and handles this work promptly and accurately.

• Ability to perform inspection on incoming hardware for overhaul, repair or modification. Class 1 Line and Surface Plate Inspection (cont’d)

• Prepares, revises and maintains Outline Job Instruction Sheets in collaboration with engineering.

• Will perform the inspection in CMM and Quality Clinics and bench inspection for engineering checks, do receiving inspection checks and over checks.

• Maintains the files for packing slips and test data in receiving inspection.

• Performs random audits of manufacturing processes, products and certified operators.

• Participates in maintenance and of audits records for certified operators and inspects non-certified operators/assemblers work.

• Assists operators with gauging set-up and assists certified operators with first piece inspection.

• Performs outline/final and FAI inspections and ability to complete documentation.

• Able to write non-conformance tags (using an electronic system) for rejects and performs preliminary review disposition of hardware rejects.

• Performs inspection of purge hardware for stockroom, RIP and bench locations.

• Provides inspection support on special programs where contractual requirements necessitate inspection to be distinct from assembly (e.g. Space Shuttle) with assistance.

• Performs Bill of Material verification for initial production and special programs

• Must be willing and able to work 1st Shift 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM Monday to Friday.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS Diploma. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience is required.

• Previous experience with product inspection

• Previous experience with micrometers, calipers, and shadowgraph

• Previous knowledge of shop mathematics including geometric tolerance (GD&T)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous experience with ability to improvise set-ups and check work where standard gauging is not available nor inspection procedures established using CMM or standard measuring instruments.

• Ability to do all types surface plate, CMM and layout work required as well as conventional inspection work.

• Ability to perform data entry operations and operate CMM’s to make accurate inspection checks with minimum assistance.

• Makes CMM program to meet Engineering changes and/or other revision requirements.

• Writes programs for CMM’s and Outline areas.

• Performs set-up and operates all CMM’s (excluding PML.)

What We Offer

• Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. 

*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. 

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with NASA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per NASA’s regulation SUBPART 1835.5 Drug- Free Workforce 

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.

The salary rate for this role is 81,577.60 USD. The salary rate provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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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