Senior Technician, Engineering Services (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-09-15

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-IA-WEST DES MOINES-811 ~ 811 4th St ~ 4TH

 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 Collins Aerospace, we’re not just building components— we’re advancing the technologies that will define the future of aerospace and defense. We’re looking for a hands-on Additive Manufacturing technical professional who is excited to work at the intersection of advanced manufacturing, engineering, and production.

In this role, you’ll be a key technical resource within our additive manufacturing value stream, helping transform innovative designs into reliable, production-ready hardware. You’ll work directly with advanced additive manufacturing equipment, support machine operators, prepare production build files, troubleshoot complex equipment and process issues, and partner closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and OEM experts.

What makes this opportunity unique? You’ll have the opportunity to build deep expertise in additive manufacturing while making a direct impact on equipment performance, quality, productivity, safety, and continuous improvement. Your work will help ensure that cutting-edge aerospace components are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

We’re looking for someone who is naturally curious, technically hands-on, and driven to solve problems. The right person will enjoy working on the shop floor, collaborating across engineering and operations, learning new technologies , and finding better ways to make processes more capable and efficient.

If you’re ready to take your additive manufacturing expertise to the next level and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing, we want to hear from you.

What You Will Do

Operate and maintain advanced additive manufacturing equipment, including equipment startup, setup, operation, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance across the value stream.

Serve as a technical resource for Additive Manufacturing Machine Operators, providing guidance, troubleshooting support, and technical direction to ensure safe, consistent, and successful production.

Prepare additive manufacturing machine build files for production, development, and cost-estimating activities, ensuring builds are properly configured and ready for execution.

Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Process Engineering to investigate equipment failures, material nonconformances, and process issues through root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities.

Monitor and improve equipment performance by tracking Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), machine availability, utilization , and other key operational metrics.

Create and improve work instructions, procedures, and process documentation supporting both development and production activities.

Drive continuous improvement within the value stream by identifying opportunities to reduce cost of poor quality , improve productivity, increase equipment utilization , and strengthen process capability.

Collaborate with OEM service technicians and Collins maintenance teams during equipment troubleshooting, repairs, investigations, and preventative maintenance activities.

Obtain and maintain required operator certifications for all applicable processes and equipment within the additive manufacturing facility.

Execute and/or support non-destructive and destructive testing and inspection of raw materials, test coupons, and development and production hardware.

Promote a strong safety and quality culture by identifying opportunities to improve safety procedures, ergonomics, material handling, and overall work practices.

Stay current with additive manufacturing technologies and processes, continuously building technical knowledge and helping bring new capabilities into the manufacturing environment.

Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, maintenance, and other stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and deliver reliable, high-quality aerospace hardware.

Qualifications You Must Have

Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer

Strong understanding of mechanical and manufacturing principles, including manufacturing equipment operation and basic troubleshooting.

Hands-on experience with CNC machining and familiarity with manufacturing processes.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) & 3D Modeling

Experience operating or supporting multi-laser powder bed fusion additive manufacturing systems.

Familiarity with manufacturing equipment functionality, with the ability to identify and resolve basic equipment issues.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation, data tracking, and reporting.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Experience working within a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace, defense, medical, or another highly controlled industry.

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 & Apply Now!

We make modern flights possible for millions of commercial travelers and support our Miltary customers with advanced control systems. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying all over the world. 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 keep 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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. 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 design