Lead Tech, Manufacturing Operations

RTX•Cheshire, CT

1d•$60,000 - $114,000•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 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 is a first shift position - Mon-Fri 7:00 am-3:30 pm. Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S: The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. 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.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
Must have experience troubleshooting and the ability to interpret schematics
Demonstrated experience meeting customer KPIs
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Production assembly and Inspection Experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an aerospace or similar industrial manufacturing setting
Experience dispositioning with SAP
Knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft tools

Responsibilities

Perform technical tasks based on written or verbal instructions.
Utilize technical assets such as microelectronic, electronic, optical, electro-optical, mechanical, or electromechanical equipment, including computers and lasers.
Perform advanced troubleshooting, calibration or modification of hardware, fixtures, and software.
Participate on and/or lead project teams.
Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance and use of complex products, devices, tests, or procedures under constantly changing conditions where moderate ingenuity and judgments are required.
Design simple circuits, fixtures, or mechanical parts.
Provide technical solutions to engineering.
Participate on safety initiatives.
Support manufacturing activities through the resolution of production problems, fabrication of complex hardware, equipment, and training.
Self-manage workflow throughout area with minimal guidance, to achieve team goals.
Identify and correct minor process, material, design, or equipment problems.
Actively participate in material review activities including troubleshooting of non-conformances.
Perform mid-level (moderately complex) testing or mechanical operations on production/repair hardware including troubleshooting to component level.
Provide skill specific training to improve technique and/or understanding of theory of operation.
Fabricate complex equipment, hardware, or prototypes.
Generate reports from test results and communicate results or take immediate corrective action to assure proper disposition of items in question.
Write test procedures and manufacturing work instruction for complex or detailed assembly or test operations.
Utilize multiple databases to create/use necessary information to provide information for decision making requiring judgment.
Manage technical assets which requires support from personnel, outside sources, and other functional groups to complete tasks.
Requisition, manage, and maintain technical assets.
Provides tooling, fixture, software and equipment design and maintenance, as well as troubleshooting/repair.

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
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs