Staff Tech, Mechanical Draft/Design Checker (Hybrid)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•Hybrid

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 three market-leading businesses, world-class operations, and investments in research and development, RTX offers capabilities and opportunities no one else can. Together, they push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect the 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, they help customers meet the demands of the global market. Collins Aerospace is currently seeking a Mechanical Checker who performs a wide variety of highly complex technical tasks requiring knowledge of Engineering drawings and mechanical design theory in the evaluation of computer models and drawing prints to assess electronic/mechanical equipment and systems. This role involves reviewing initial and revised Engineering designs and supporting the release of design documentation into the enterprise business systems. Avionics, a part of Collins Aerospace, delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial, and business aviation customers, providing connectivity and managed data services for safety and seamless communication.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required

Nice To Haves

Experience performing Checking role (Mechanical systems preferred)
Experience using 3D CAD Design (SolidWorks &/or NX)
Experience with PDF editing (Canvas or Adobe)
Experience using a PDM (Enovia).
Experience in GD&T Dimensioning
Knowledge of ASME specifications
Experience working on government/military programs
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to find solutions even when complete information is not available.
Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating with team members across different departments.
Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Performs the preparation of required records for the release of design data and design documentation into the company data and documentation control systems.
Provides design database and documentation checking responsibilities for revisions to existing design and design drawings and documentation.
Under limited supervision and direction: Performs a wide variety of complex technical tasks which require knowledge of Engineering techniques and design theory to evaluate mechanical designs.
Review Engineering models, and drawing prints, received from mechanical and/or electrical Engineering and other technical support personnel working on the project for compliance to internal and external industry standards.
Applies knowledge of manufacturing, tolerancing, and producibility capabilities during the check process to ensure cost effective design.
Performs reviews and updates with check prints to meet with company policy requirements.
Coordinates with Engineering, designers, or detailers for clarifications of the changes being requested.
Verify proper application of specifications for materials, finishes and processes, connectors, or other mechanical components, etc. during the check process.
Applies Company, Industry, and Contractual standards during the review of hardware design and documentation data.
Completes the preparation of the necessary technical documentation for the release of Hardware design
Enters data into the company documentation control system
Has an advanced understanding of the CAD and data management tools to enable completion of checking tasks
May be requested to assist with CAD tool support team in testing and debugging of software tools.
Assist in development of new design/documentation techniques and procedures based on the current government or commercial publications for design/documentation requirements.
Provides validation of change definition artifacts for revisions to existing design and drawing/documentation.
Provides validation of revision capture definition into formal design and documentation data in accordance with defined change requirements.
Provides design database and documentation checking for new design and drawing release

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
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
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
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off
Paid holidays