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Master Technician (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace Salary
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Date Posted:

2026-04-07

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

We are seeking a Master Technician with advanced expertise in troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of complex electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, work independently with minimal supervision, and support engineering and operations teams in maintaining, installing, and optimizing production equipment.

What You Will Do

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex production equipment, machinery, and instruments to ensure reliable functionality and compliance with safety and process standards.
  • Measure, analyze, and calibrate instrumentation and equipment for setup and check-out.
  • Read, interpret, and create equipment and wiring schematics.
  • Understand the logic and operation of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Perform fine electronics soldering and advanced printed circuit board troubleshooting and repair.
  • Install complex equipment and perform machine set-up.
  • Gather, review, and apply data regarding equipment specifications and customer or company requirements.
  • Interpret customer specifications to confirm operations meet regulatory and quality standards.
  • Develop, troubleshoot, and modify electrical systems in collaboration with engineering and operations.
  • Conduct ongoing equipment inspection, maintenance, and inventories; arrange for disposal of obsolete equipment.
  • Utilize and modify advanced electronic software controls.
  • Maintain and repair motors, drives, and other critical components.
  • Provide technical support and complex problem-solving for engineering teams.
  • Assist with technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation of total systems.
  • Train operators and fellow technicians on proper equipment use.
  • Create and update procedures and work instructions for equipment, machinery, and instruments.
  • Review and estimate design and operational costs, including equipment, installation, labor, and materials.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on legacy and complex equipment support.

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Certification may be required for technical support roles
  • Experience in electronic equipment troubleshooting and repair
  • Experience creating and interpreting schematics and technical documentation.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems knowledge.
  • Expertise in fine soldering and PCB repair.
  • Experience with motors, drives, and advanced electronic software controls.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 66,800 USD - 127,200 USD. The salary range 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.

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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