Lead Test Technician IV, 1st Shift (Onsite)

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Date Posted: 2026-09-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-PHOENIX-1007 ~ 1007 E University Dr ~ 1007 E UNIVERSITY DR 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 Collins Aerospace is seeking a Lead Test Technician within our Phoenix Worldwide Repair team. The Lead Test Tech will be responsible for overseeing daily operations within the repair cell, driving on-time delivery (OTD) and turnaround time (TAT) requirements, supporting technicians, and supporting a productive team environment. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence and alignment with organizational goals. Approximately 40% focused on lead activities, 20% dedicated to engineering and UWR support, and 40% engaged in direct labor tasks. External candidates will receive a sign-on bonus of $3,000. What You Will Do Lead daily cell operations by conducting morning Gemba activities, reviewing shift pass-downs, verifying team attendance, ensuring equipment and chemical readiness, and preparing key information for daily Tier 1 meetings. Coordinate daily production priorities and deliverables using MROLife and other operational systems; monitor WIP, establish Estimated Ship Dates (ESDs), manage the SHOP queue, and assign work to ensure customer and Turnaround Time (TAT) requirements are met. Lead Tier 1 meetings to review cell performance, prioritize work, address turnbacks and action items, review 5S and calibration requirements, and escalate issues to Tier 2 as appropriate. Participate in Tier 2 and other leadership meetings to communicate cell status, drive priorities and TAT requirements, and provide updates on escalations, actions, and operational performance. May support Tier 2, Tier 3, and Gemba meetings in the absence of the VSM or Senior VSM. Provide hands-on support to cell operations, performing direct labor and technician responsibilities as needed, troubleshooting operational issues, supporting production flow, and flexing across work assignments to maintain productivity and meet business commitments. Support engineering and UWR activities by obtaining and maintaining Rework Inspection Approver (UWR) certification, supporting engineering-related actions, and assisting with the resolution of technical and process issues. Configure and operate test equipment and test stands to test electronic units in accordance with established procedures; interpret and document test results and identify and isolate test equipment or unit failures. Troubleshoot electronic units to the sub-assembly and component level using diagnostic equipment, technical data, engineering drawings, schematics, and component maintenance manuals while applying knowledge of electronic circuitry and electrical components. Monitor and communicate production issues and escalations, collaborating with Value Stream and support teams to resolve WIP, quality, equipment, material, and process issues and ensure timely completion of cell priorities. Promote a safe, organized, and productive work environment by identifying cell safety concerns, ensuring compliance with safety procedures, completing 5S activities, and driving corrective actions resulting from Management Safety Walk findings. Lead and support team members by supporting a positive work environment and addressing employee concerns, while leading by example. Support employee development and shift continuity by facilitating new-hire onboarding and training, providing ongoing coaching and support, and preparing thorough verbal and written shift pass-downs to ensure effective communication between shifts. Schedule: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with flexibility to remain until approximately 4:00 PM, as needed, to support team and business operations. Working Environment To minimize safety risks to you and product, you must wear static-control and personal protective equipment. 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 High potential (voltage/current) Chemicals that may emit fumes 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 20 pounds unassisted Transporting product with or without product carts Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. Ability to work 1st shift hours from 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with flexibility to remain until approximately 4:00 PM. Qualifications We Prefer Electrical Technician Certification and/or associate’s degree in Electronics. Ability to use scheduling, prioritization and other cell management tools using various methods, i.e. charts, boards, software, etc. Computer skills, to include Microsoft Office Suite, MRP systems such as SAP and other software platforms. Prior experience with component level troubleshooting. What We Offer Benefits: 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! 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. This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40. 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. #TopOpps #P&CPM 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. 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