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Date Posted:

2026-06-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-UT-VIRGIN-3O ~ 1 Mesa Rd ~ OFFICE TRAILER

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 Corporation, we recognize the exceptional skills, dedication, and leadership that transitioning military service members bring to the workforce. Our SkillBridge Program offers you a unique opportunity to transition into a rewarding career within the aerospace and defense industry, across our renowned business units: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Join us and become part of a team that is committed to innovation, excellence, and making a global impact. At RTX, you'll find a supportive environment where your military experience is valued and leveraged to drive transformative projects that shape the future of flight, defense, and connected systems.

Collins Aerospace is looking for an Integrated Product Support Professional who will support ejection seat programs at the Hurricane Mesa Test Facility under moderate to limited supervision. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, knowledgeable in test applications, familiar with the 12 elements of Integrated Product Support, and capable of problem-solving with minimal guidance.      

What You Will Do

• Issue / manage Cartridge Activated Device / Propellant Activated Device CAD/PAD levels for all active programs, requires consistent communication with test engineering.

• GFE/CFE/AFE (Government Furnished Equip./Customer Furnished Equip./Alt. Furnished Equip.) control.

• Manage inventory control points to identify and track piece parts and kits onsite, supporting effective organization and smooth testing operations.

• Ensure instrumentation remains in calibration and available when needed by maintaining records and sending items out as required.

• Interact with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) during quarterly visits to inspect safety and pyro storage. Responsible for incorporating changes and ensuring everything is prepared for the visit.

• Responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments.

• Communicate with peers and internal customers to proactively address program needs and issues.

• Collects and creates data and supports analysis of program requirements.

• Maintains a high level of organization, prioritizes multiple tasks and meets deadlines with limited supervision.

• Coordinate with service centers and logistics entities.

What You Will Learn

• Obtain OSHA & Hazmat (explosive) material handling and shipping certification.

• Develop deeper understanding of the 12 elements of Integrated Product Support.

• Establish and execute business plans, Earned Value calculations and data deliverables for Program Management.

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Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.

• Must have successfully completed an RTX Skillbridge Internship Program.

Qualifications We Prefer

• OSHA & Hazmat (explosive) material handling and shipping certification.

• FAA Parachute Rigger Certified or a Parachute Rigger Certification.

• Prior experience with Technical Manual Specifications/Standards and Technical Order Systems.

• Prior experience using SAP, PIEE and Microsoft Office Suite/O365 collaboration tools

• Able to present recommendations to solve business challenges.

• Knowledge of CORE and/or similar continuous improvement operating system.

Role Type

*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.

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.

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!  

Learn More and Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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