Operations Technician

Operations TechnicianWe are looking for an Operations Technician to work onsite at our Colorado Springs facility. In this role you will support to develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods associated with specialty aircraft seats such as pilot, flight attendant, and observer for commercial platforms. You will provide technical support to all OEM assembly lines and manufacturing cells. And you will also recommend and assist in implementing improvements for production processes, methods, and controls.What You Will Do:Provide technical support for serving as liaison between assembly/manufacturing and the manufacturing engineering team.Conduct initial investigation of assembly/manufacturing processes and equipment to diagnose failures and presents information to the manufacturing engineer or manager.Write Quality Notifications (QN) for part/assembly defects and investigate solutions for Corrective Actions (CA).Review and update tooling lists for assembly lines and review issues with work orders and redline as necessary.Complete initial investigation of Versacall issues and recommend a solution to the manufacturing engineering team.Support First Article Inspection (FAI) coming from the shop floor by verifying set-up folders are correct.Investigate issues with FAI parts and communicate solutions with the manufacturing engineering team and/or manager.Help to develop tools that enable manufacturing, aid process improvement or address safety or ergonomic concerns.Research and make recommendations to achieve continuous improvement in assigned areas of the factory.Support assembly in improving station loading/line balancing.Continuously improve quality and productivity using the CORE Operating System.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a high school diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post-high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Experience with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, etc.)Ability to read and interpret blueprints.Qualifications We Prefer:Experience in a highly regulated industry, especially aerospace or automotive.High attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality and complianceWell organized with solid judgment; able to multitask and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.The salary range for this role is 43,400 USD - 82,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.