Quality Manager, Inspection

Date Posted:

2026-09-11



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG



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.

The Manager, Quality Inspection oversees a team of 60 hourly employees, with aid of 2 supervisors. This individual will be responsible for inspecting incoming, in-process, and completed products to verify conformance with engineering and regulatory requirements. This role establishes departmental objectives, provides strategic direction, and drives continuous improvements to inspection processes and systems.

Discipline Overview:

Inspects products using predetermined methods, established operations, and prescribed specifications. Employs various measurement tools, testing equipment, and statistical techniques. Performs in-process and final inspections, First Article Inspections (FAI), conformity inspections, and initiates non-conformance notifications as required.

Leadership Responsibilities:

Manages a team of professionals with autonomy in determining work approaches. Sets performance objectives, provides guidance on execution strategies, and addresses complex challenges involving multiple variables. Communicates policies and influences stakeholders as needed.

Role Purpose:

Leads a team of Quality Inspection professionals, ensuring adherence to departmental, organizational, and customer specifications. Oversees development of inspection plans, maintenance of logs, and preparation of technical reports and presentations.

What You Will Do:

• Directs inspection activities to ensure compliance with specifications.

• Develops inspection plans, balances inspector workloads, and oversees documentation of inspection results.

• Determines inspection methods to maintain efficiency and effectiveness.

• Provides feedback on quality issues, monitors corrective actions, and coaches team members to support skill development and organizational needs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• University Degree, or equivalent experience, and minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years of experience.

• Must be a U.S. Person or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Minimum two years in a quality or operations leadership role.

• Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection.

• Aerospace inspection experience and GD&T proficiency.

• Use of vision and contact based measuring systems and related software (PC-DMIS)

• Working knowledge of nondestructive testing (NDT) methods.

• Continuous improvement certification (CORE, Lean, Six Sigma, Red X).

• Analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Experience working in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.

• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management in a fast-paced organization.

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! 

  

May be eligible for relocation. 

  

Learn More & Apply Now!  

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S: 

  

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.  

  

Collins Aerospace, a 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 market. 

  

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE. 

*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.    

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.   

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.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

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