Inspection Technician II

Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-01-09

Country: United States of America

Location: HNH32: US031-Durham, NH
121 Technology Drive
Building 125, Suite B
Durham, NH, 03824 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

Schedule: Monday-Friday 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM, with overtime on a business need basis

Employment Requirements

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" visit: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance: None/Not Required

About the Role

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. We are seeking a second shift Inspection Technician II to play a critical role in launching high-precision components that meet the demanding standards of flight. Your expertise ensures that every part entering production is compliant, reliable, and ready for mission-critical performance. In this role, you won't just be checking parts—you'll be safeguarding quality from the very first piece, influencing downstream processes, and serving as a key link between engineering, production, and quality assurance.

You will be working in a brand-new state-of-the-art facility which includes new equipment, a cafeteria, onsite fitness gym, golf simulator, outdoor tennis court, basketball court, and pickleball court.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections and complete related documentation
• Inspect a variety of parts using measuring/inspection instruments (e.g. micrometers, gauges and calipers) with proper inspection techniques
• Read, interpret and utilize Quality policies, procedures, blueprints and other documentation
• Perform receiving, in-process, final inspection & 1st article approval of manufactured, assembled, and tested hardware and components
• Operate computer systems to perform inspection tasks
• Verify all work order documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Administer visual and physical inspections of units and subassemblies
• Complete unit shakedowns (when required) to check for foreign objects, rattles and loose internal hardware
• Perform administrative tasks associated with files management
• Perform other duties as required
• This position requires successful completion of a post-offer visual examination to assess visual acuity and color vision annually

Qualifications

Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience

We Prefer

• 1+ years of experience with:
• First Article Inspection
  • Aerospace and Defense
  • Discus
  • Net Inspect
  • GD&T
  • Mechanical inspection
  • Visual inspection
• ZEISS CMM Operator experience is a plus

Compensation

• 10% shift differential for 2nd shift
• $1,500 Sign on Bonus
• Eligible for Annual Increases
• Competitive Benefits Package, including first day Medical Benefits

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student loan repayment program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages including 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
• Teledoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

About Collins Aerospace

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military, and government customers complete their most complex missions – whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft, and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow.

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.

Work Arrangement

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.

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.

Additional Information

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees are based worldwide.