Lead Technician, Industrial Engineering (Onsite)

RTX•Coralville, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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. What You Will Do Write, rewrite, and edit technical documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and accessibility for a wide range of audiences Acquire and maintain subject-matter expertise by interviewing product developers, observing production methods, and researching technical resources such as specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals Oversee the preparation and selection of illustrative materials, including drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts, to enhance technical documentation Conduct quality reviews of technical materials to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with standards Distribute technical documents and materials through appropriate channels to ensure timely, effective communication Assist in orienting, training, assigning, and checking the work of technical/business support employees Ability to assist in orienting, training, assigning, and checking the work of technical/business support employees

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
Experience with SAP/FIT
Experience as a technical writer or in a related role
Experience using authoring tools and document management systems

Nice To Haves

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and cross-functional teams
Experience preparing or overseeing technical illustrations and visuals is preferred
Familiarity with industry standards for technical documentation
Experience in business process improvement, operational excellence, or a related role
Demonstrated expertise in technical writing and documentation standards
Experience in training and developing leaders and teams in process improvement
Excellent communication, facilitation, and change management skills

Responsibilities

Write, rewrite, and edit technical documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and accessibility for a wide range of audiences
Acquire and maintain subject-matter expertise by interviewing product developers, observing production methods, and researching technical resources such as specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals
Oversee the preparation and selection of illustrative materials, including drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts, to enhance technical documentation
Conduct quality reviews of technical materials to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with standards
Distribute technical documents and materials through appropriate channels to ensure timely, effective communication
Assist in orienting, training, assigning, and checking the work of technical/business support employees
Ability to assist in orienting, training, assigning, and checking the work of technical/business support employees

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
And more!