Assembly Solder Technician III

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Collins Aerospace, an 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 spanet. 

What You Will Do

• Expert Assembly: Assemble and repair a variety of electronic units using prescribed repair techniques.
• Component Management: Identify correct parts, components, wires, and materials needed for assembly and repair.
• Precision Soldering: Solder electronic components using industry-standard techniques and tools.
• Component Replacement: Remove suspect and failed components and install new components accurately.
• Machine Operation: Operate assembly machines and ensure proper functioning.
• Chemical Handling: Measure, mix, and apply chemicals and adhesives according to safety and operational guidelines.
• Technical Proficiency: Read and interpret technical data including component maintenance manuals, assembly instructions, and engineering prints.
• Communication Skills: Effectively communicate work status to team members and support staff, ensuring seamless workflow.
• Documentation: Write clear and concisely and maintain accurate records.
• Computer Skills: Utilize proficient computer skills and knowledge of office software applications.
• What You Will Learn
• Advanced Assembly Techniques: Enhance your skills in precision assembly and soldering techniques.
• Technical Mastery: Gain insights into reading and interpreting complex technical data and engineering prints.
• Safety and Compliance: Learn best practices in chemical handling and workplace safety.
• Team Collaboration: Develop effective communication and teamwork skills within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a HS Diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience or In the absence of a HS Diploma or GED, 4 years of relevant experience.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Working Environment:

• You may occasionally need to provide weekend and holiday support to meet customer needs.
• In your role, you will be exposed to:
• Products of various weights and sizes
• Equipment with moving parts
• Chemicals that may emit fumes
• To minimize safety risk to you and product, you must wear static-control and personal protective equipment.

Physical Demands:

• Due to the nature of our work, you will need to be able to perform the following functions, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Distinguishing colors and meeting vision requirements
• Bending, stooping, reaching, turning as needed to place units in test stands, pick up totes, place units on rack, etc.
• Using hands for extended periods of time to perform testing and troubleshooting tasks (e.g. grasping, holding, picking, placing, twisting, fine manipulation)
• Sitting or standing at a workbench/test stand for extended periods of time
• Lifting up to 10 pounds unassisted
• Transporting product with or without product carts

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Certification: Must be able to pass a solder certification coarse and meet Class III standards.
• Experience: Prior electronic assembly experience in the aerospace industry

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• 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!  

Learn More & Apply Now!
 

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.  

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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program.  The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey.  Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience.  Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX. 

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! 

*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. 

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. 

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.  

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

This role is Employee Referral Eligible.

External candidates will receive a $3,000 sign on bonus.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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