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2nd Shift, Inspection Technician II_ Onsite

Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace Salary
Carroll, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Date Posted:

2026-03-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CARROLL-426 ~ 426 Bella Vista Dr ~ BELLA VISTA, PO Box 826

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

Every second a plane takes off with UTC Aerospace Systems equipment onboard. From space exploration and defense to today’s more electric, more intelligent, more integrated aircraft – our systems make modern flight possible. And by “make it possible,” we mean: we start it, power it, control it, ventilate it, quiet it, land it, stop it and monitor it. We have more than 41,000 employees across 150 countries working at the forefront of technological innovation. Thanks to their efforts, our global reach and our market-leading position, we do big things no one else can do.

Do you want to be a part of a global business, creating innovative solutions for the aerospace industry’s biggest customers? This is the core of what we do in the Electric, Environmental & Engine Systems (ES) business. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems, or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, ES focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

An Inspection Technician ensures the quality and integrity of products by performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify compliance with engineering drawings, tolerances, internal procedures, and customer and regulatory requirements. Collaborates closely with Quality Engineers to conduct source inspections and actively contributes to the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the quality management system. May act as an FAA delegate, representing the organization in regulatory compliance activities.

External applicants are eligible for a $1,000 sign on bonus.

What You Will Do:

  • May coordinate and manage shipment of final product.
  • Prepare to inspect by interpreting blueprints, data, and manuals to determine specifications, inspections and testing procedures.
  • Review paperwork to ensure completion and accuracy of all documents including routers, flow card, First Articles, etc.
  • Inspect product to verify conformance to specification of the parts by measuring dimensions using instruments such as gages, calipers, comparators micrometers, etc.
  • Work with Quality Engineers to approve source files and ensure that they are current as well as, assist in identifying required changes and updates, Assist Quality Engineers in training of additional source inspectors. Assist quality Engineers in conducting customer FAIR’s in addition to assisting with corrective actions.
  • Oversee customer requirements audit system. Develop and conduct IOS book and gage kit audits.
  • Coordinate and conduct training on gage use, gage calibrations and gage system software. Assist in the training of new inspectors by coordination and conducting training of inspections on IOS book requirements, gage kit development, and annual gage reviews.
  • Perform visual inspection on parts utilizing IOS books and PowerPoint slides (Source files) associated with the part to ensure produce conformance.
  • Support and follow all rules/guidelines/standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as set by your leader and position.
  • Over 40 hours per week as scheduled to meet business needs.
  • All other duties as assigned including working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business.

Working Environment:

Minimal travel required (
  • Willingness to work nonstandard hours
  • Some Holiday hours may be required based on business need
  • Working extended shifts/overtime as required by the business

  • Qualifications We Require:

    • 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 1 year of relevant experience.

    Qualifications We Prefer:

    • 6 months in a progressive manufacturing environment, inspection experience preferred.
    • Moderate proficiency in shop math, geometry, and algebra.
    • Moderate proficiency with detailed drawings including geometric tolerances, dimensions, general features and blueprint reading.
    • General computer skills (E-mail, internet, basic MS office including excel).
    • Moderate proficiency in verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management.
    • Moderate proficiency utilizing gaging including attribute and variable gages.
    • Strong attention to detail.
    • Strong mechanical aptitude
    • General knowledge of inspection gages and tools
    • Basic knowledge of the Quality Management System, including internal requirements and procedures.
    • Basic knowledge of manufacturing knowledge including the techniques, tools, and principles and processes involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and management.

    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!

    We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

    • 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.

    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.

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    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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