Test Technician I - 1st Shift (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.

Operates production equipment, responsible for manufacturing and assembly of commercial aerospace components.  Follows blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met.  Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish work. Responsible for test acceptance processes in the manufacture of Collins products. This includes responsibility for specific process or environmental areas.

This is a 1st shift position with the following hours: Monday-Friday; 7am - 3:30pm (Weekend overtime may be required)

What You Will Do:

• Perform technical tasks based on detailed written or verbal instructions.

• Utilize limited variety of microelectronic, electronic, optical, electro-optical, mechanical, or electromechanical equipment, including computers and lasers.

• Ability to read schematics.

• Perform entry level troubleshooting, calibration or modification of hardware, fixtures, and software.

• Participate on project teams.

• Perform task prioritization

• Works with Engineers to analyze and resolve manufacturing test problems.

• Assist with eliminating/reducing test defects and improve test yields

• Follows established test procedures and processes to support sub-assembly and top-level testing.

• Interacts with other functional groups (e.g. engineering, manufacturing) on routine technical matters.

• Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance and use of products, devices, tests, or procedures under constantly changing conditions where some ingenuity and judgment are required.

• Support activities through the resolution of problems and preparation and maintenance of documentation.

• Manage work flow throughout area to achieve team goals.

• Evaluate and troubleshoot non-conformances.

• Fabricate hardware, equipment, tools or prototypes from drawings or sketches.

• Estimate labor, material, and manufacturing costs for the building and repair of product or process enhancement.

• Identify and correct minor process, material, design, or equipment

• Provide accurate recording of time changes, test data, parts usage, etc.  This requires limited data interpretation. 

• Utilize multiple databases to create/use necessary information to provide information for decision making requiring limited judgment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Production assembly experience preferred.

• Previous electronics experience preferred.

• Experience in troubleshooting and problem solving.

• Understanding of schematic reading and blueprint interpretation.

• Proficient in the use of network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, frequency counters, and power measurement equipment.

What We Offer:

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, ID theft 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! 

Learn More & Apply Now:

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.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

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.