Engineering Lab Assistant (Onsite)

RTXCedar Rapids, IA
$43,400 - $82,600Onsite

About The Position

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. This position is for an Engineering Lab Assistant/Inspector who works under minimal supervision, Performs hands-on technical work on engineering products, Confers with Engineers and lab technicians on details and specifications to build and modify a wide range of products.

Requirements

  • Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
  • Experience reading prints, drawings, and schematics
  • Familiar with soldering techniques, both lead and lead-free.

Nice To Haves

  • Planar Process
  • Planar Inspection
  • Non-planar Process and inspection
  • Crimp Process
  • Cable Assembly Process
  • Inspection Foundations
  • Engineer Drawing Review
  • Torque Tool Training

Responsibilities

  • Works under minimal supervision to provide technical build support to engineers and technicians on a variety of tasks.
  • Performs moderately complex hands-on technical tasks that contribute to the completion of engineering projects and products.
  • Works on circuit boards completing repairs, component insertion and replacement, and even inspection.
  • Builds cables and terminations for a wide variety of circuity types.
  • Understands the engineering inspection and quality process and follows quality procedures.
  • Reads prints, drawings, and schematics as needed to assist in the build process.
  • Uses hand tools, scopes, soldering stations, and other devices with skill and precision.
  • Demonstrates successful soft skills - communication, attitude, leadership, and professionalism.

Benefits

  • 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
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service