Line & Surface Plate Inspector 1, 1st Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-23



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P1 ~ 2421 11th St ~ 2421 11TH ST-P1



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.



Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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 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:

• Requires substantial training or experience in manufacturing, inspection methods, gauge use, gauge application and calibration.
• Must have good knowledge of shop mathematics including geometric tolerance.
• Ability to make first piece approval.
• Must have ability to improvise set-ups and check work where standard gauging is not available nor inspection procedures established using CMM or standard measuring instruments.
• Ability to do all types surface plate, CMM and layout work required as well as conventional inspection work.
• Must be able to perform data entry operations and operate CMM’s to make accurate inspection checks with minimum assistance.
• Makes CMM program to meet Engineering changes and/or other revision requirements.
• Writes programs for CMM’s and Outline areas.
• Performs set-up and operates all CMM’s (excluding PML).
• Works with little or no assistance and interface with engineers and customers.
• Ability to perform buy-off duties as a customer representative and the ability to use customer drawings.
• Become certified in customer buy-off (e.g. DSQR, etc.) and FAA as customer requirements permit.
• Assists in preparation and presentation of parts to customers (in customer buy-off area.)
• Thoroughly understands systems of records and disposition of work and handles this work promptly and accurately.
• Ability to perform inspection on incoming hardware for overhaul, repair or modification.
• Prepares, revises and maintains Outline Job Instruction Sheets in collaboration with engineering.
• Will perform the inspection in CMM and Quality Clinics and bench inspection for engineering checks, do receiving inspection checks and over checks.
• Maintains the files for packing slips and test data in receiving inspection.
• Performs random audits of manufacturing processes, products and certified operators.
• Participates in maintenance and of audits records for certified operators and inspects non-certified operators/assemblers work.
• Assists operators with gauging set-up and assists certified operators with first piece inspection.
• Performs outline/final and FAI inspections and ability to complete documentation.
• Able to write non-conformance tags (using an electronic system) for rejects and performs preliminary review disposition of hardware rejects.
• Performs inspection of purge hardware for stockroom, RIP and bench locations.
• Provides inspection support on special programs where contractual requirements necessitate inspection to be distinct from assembly (e.g. Space Shuttle) with assistance.
• Performs Bill of Material verification for initial production and special programs (Revision Check).
• 1st Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 3:15pm

What You Will Learn:

• Advanced inspection and measurement skills, including CMM operation, surface plate/layout work, gauge use, calibration, and conventional inspection methods.

• How to read and apply engineering/customer drawings, geometric tolerances, shop math, and revision requirements during inspections.

• CMM programming and setup, including writing or revising CMM programs to support engineering changes and accurate inspection checks.

• Quality documentation and compliance processes, including first article inspections, non-conformance tags, inspection records, receiving inspection files, and customer/FAA buy-off requirements.

• Cross-functional quality support, including working with engineers, customers, certified operators, manufacturing teams, and supporting audits, first-piece inspections, and special programs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma/GED

• U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a quality environment

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience working with standard measurement and quality tools (calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges)

• Experience with reading and interpreting blueprints

• Experience working with CMMs

• Previous experience in aviation or aerospace assembly

• 3-5 years of relevant experience

• A&P License

Learn More & Apply Now

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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. 

The salary range for this role is $40.40 - $45.15. The salary 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.

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.  

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

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

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