Staff Tech, Lab Assistant - Mission Systems (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Staff Engineering Lab Assistant 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. Join Collins Aerospace, 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. This role is a U.S.-based role.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
Experience with reading prints, drawings, and schematics
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience with soldering techniques, including lead and lead-free soldering.
Experience working with circuit boards, including repairs, component insertion, and inspection.
Experience reading and interpreting engineering prints, drawings, and schematics

Responsibilities

Work under minimal supervision to provide technical build support to engineers and technicians on various tasks.
Perform moderately complex hands-on technical tasks, such as circuit board repairs, component insertion and replacement, and inspections.
Build and terminate cables for a variety of circuitry types.
Utilize soldering techniques, including both lead and lead-free soldering, with precision and care.
Read and interpret engineering prints, drawings, and schematics to assist in the build and modification process.
Follow engineering inspection and quality processes, adhering to established quality procedures.
Operate hand tools, soldering stations, scopes, and other technical devices with accuracy.
Document changes and inspection results as required for various engineering products.
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure specifications and requirements are met.

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