Per Diem Aerospace Source Inspector Jobs in Springfield, VA

Date Posted:

2026-06-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-VA-STERLING-291 ~ 22640 Davis Dr ~ DAVIS

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Are you a detail-oriented, hands-on professional with a passion for precision? Join our team as an Inspection Technician III and take your career to the next level! In this dynamic role, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring top-tier quality for our products. Your expertise in advanced inspection techniques will help guarantee that every component meets the highest standards, and you'll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly and efficiently.

As an Inspection Technician III, you'll be using equipment and tools to perform complex inspections and non-destructive testing (NDT) on a variety of components and systems. With your keen eye for detail and problem-solving mindset, you'll identify potential issues before they become problems, ensuring that only the best products make it to the customer.

What You Will Do

• Inspect a variety of units 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 of manufactured, assembled, and tested hardware and components.

• Operate computer systems to perform inspection tasks (e.g. Via Search, SAP, Engineering Information System, labor charging).

• 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.

• Conduct Preliminary Material Reviews (PMR) as needed.

• Assist with third party source inspection

• Perform other duties as necessary, requested, directed or assigned.

• Must be able to read/interpret Blue print and Electrical Schematics

• Occasional travel may be required to customer sites. Roughly 5% travel which will include overnights for 1 week at a time.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications You 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 2 years of relevant experience

• This position requires successful completion of a post-offer vision examination to assess visual acuity and color vision annually. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship.

• Must have, or be capable of obtaining, a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. (Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements.)US citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

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 illnessinsurance, 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!

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.

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.

*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.

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 attendselect 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. 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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