Date Posted:
2026-02-04Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-TX-HOUSTON-011 ~ 11 Greenway Plz ~ GREENWAY, Ste 2900Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredTake your technical skills to new heights with Collins Aerospace as a Test Technician in Houston, TX! In this hands-on role, you’ll play a crucial part in assembling, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced test equipment that supports critical aerospace systems. Whether you’re diagnosing complex electro-mechanical issues, repairing test stations, or ensuring equipment operates at peak performance, your expertise will directly impact life support technologies in Space.
Collins Aerospace Civil Space Systems is searching for energetic and highly motivated candidate for its Onsite Johnson Space Center Lab Operations Organization. The selected candidate will be a member of the Operations team, completing tasks ranging from test stand maintenance, sampling, flow bench sampling, daily lab maintenance and support of critical life support systems and ISS flight hardware. Experience with test equipment, nitrogen and water purity requirements and chamber test operations is preferred. Safe handling and transportation of critical flight hardware will be part of the daily responsibilities of this position.
Candidates must exhibit a high degree of initiative and sound judgment, working independently and as a member of the SSSL Team. It is essential the successful candidate be capable of adapting to changing conditions and work cooperatively in a team environment.
This is an Onsite position that is in Houston TX.
What You Will Do:
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Test Stand Maintenance and sampling
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Flow Bench maintenance and sampling
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Maintenance of metrology and calibration assets
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Maintenance of clean room facilities
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FOD Control and EH&S Compliance
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Audit Support and Discrepancy Resolution
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Effective communication of job status to intended customers and supervision
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Facilitates and directs scheduling activities to ensure smooth operations and optimal use of facilities as required
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Will require frequent interface with various customers
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Expected travel less than 10%
Qualifications You Must Have:
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Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Certification may be required for technical support roles
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Prior experience in clean room lab operations and Space Flight hardware processing requirements
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Previous experience with test equipment, nitrogen and water purity requirements, and chamber test operations is preferred
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Previous experience in aerospace industry is preferred
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or technology
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Prior Military experience is a plus
What We Offer:
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement program
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Student Loan Repayment Program
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
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Adoption Assistance
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Autism Benefit
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
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Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
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Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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And more!
Learn More & Apply Now!
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. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
*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 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 66,800 USD - 127,200 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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