Date Posted:

2025-11-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HFL05: Landing Gear - Miami 3201 NW 167th Street , Opa Locka, FL, 33056 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace and marine defense technology.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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.

The Landing System division of Collins Aerospace has an opportunity for a Lab Technician in our site in Miami - FL. The selected individual will have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a wet chemistry and mechanical analysis environment. The Lab Technician will rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. The Lab Technician will be interfacing with the Plating Specialist, Plating Shop personnel, EH&S, Purchasing, Internal/External Auditors and our contractor labs.

Work Shift: First Shift - (Monday - Friday).

Relocation assistance will be provided.

What will you do

Conducting chemical analyses and tests on process solution samples according to required test procedures as per solution control schedule and after every correction of process solution(s).
Evaluating test results accordingly to applicable specification criteria.
Conducting calculations of analysis results, conducting calculations for chemical additions, and performing data processing for statistical process control.
Preparing samples for external testing as well as maintaining records of external test results.
Preparing laboratory batches of chemical solutions for use in process, for testing or inspections.
Monitoring solution concentration trends and issuing chemical make-up sheets whenever results indicate that concentrations are approaching process limits.
Maintaining all related records of process solution testing in TrueChem (software designed specifically to control and automate the management of chemistries, coatings, and wet processes)
Prepare laboratory reagents, maintain records of laboratory reagents, verify expiration dates of laboratory reagents, and manage stock of reagents.
Maintain analytical equipment used in laboratory.
Ensuring all analytical equipment used is calibrated when required and possesses valid external calibration stickers.
Reviewing and/or optimizing a variety of laboratory documents including equipment manuals, specification documents, standard operating procedures, and training documents.
Preparation of laboratory documents including procedures, instructions and reports and implementing them based on OEM specifications.
Establishing the accuracy and reproducibility of testing procedures
Placing PO requests for external testing, chemicals, specimens, and equipment
Provide shop floor support and resolve quality issues (non-conformances) by aiding in defining and eliminating "root" cause (RCCA Process) in relation with Solution Analysis and MPC (Monthly Process Control) failures.
Support NADCAP, customer, and internal audits
Promote a safe working environment
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 10 years of previous experience in a similar capacity.
Experience in performing titrations using manual and automated methods.
Experience in preparing technical reports, data analysis
Experience in using chemical analysis tools (i.e. measuring pH, temperature, concentrations, etc)
Experience handling hazardous materials.

Qualifications We Prefer

Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in supporting regulatory audits.
Experience in Waste Water Management.
Can interface effectively with all levels of the organization, suppliers, and customers.
Demonstrate proactive problem solving and self-directed behavior
Drives improvements to existing processes.
Contributes to department by applying their knowledge and experience.
Impacts value stream level objectives
Committed to safety.
Understands the LEAN philosophy.

What We Offer

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!

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 market.

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us! 

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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 collaborate with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

Please view the link below to learn more about our Landing Systems business unit:

Collins Aerospace Landing Systems - Proven Quality - YouTube

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 62,000 USD - 126,000 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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Laboratory Technician