CAD / Engineering Drawing Checker (remote)

Date Posted:

2025-10-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA99: Field Office – IA Remote Location, Remote City, IA, 50301 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

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:

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 technology.

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 role of the Design Analyst / Checker in the GTS MCAD group is to review 3D models and 2D documentation for adherence to the appropriate industry standards and company requirements. This is a skilled position that requires the ability to critically evaluate 3D models and 2D drawings for dimensional accuracy and manufacturability. This evaluation can also include geometric analysis of parts and assembly models within the context of design requirements, implied manufacturing methods and producibility guidelines. The checker will work closely with, and provide guidance to, designers, detailers and engineering through the evolution of the design. Checkers are required to create, maintain, and properly preserve documentation of the checking process.

What You Will Do:

• Review models and drawings for accuracy, proper dimensioning scheme, correct application of GD&T, and compliance with relevant Collins and industry standards
• Perform tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure intended form and fit of complex parts and assemblies prior to production release and in support of product failure investigations
• Provide guidance to designers and detailers as needed in the completion of models and drawings for both new designs and engineering changes
• Validate the manufacturability of designs and that relevant design requirements have been met
• Document and properly file documentation of the analysis and checking process
• Collaboration with cross functional teams as a SME in various engineering reviews
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high levels of accuracy, especially when under pressure
• Conferring with engineering to resolve drawing and design discrepancies
• Train/mentor other checkers, designers and engineers on process, proper mark-up capture and documentation standards
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 5% of the time

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 relevant experience. Certification may be required for technical support roles
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• 2+ years experience as a CAD or engineering drawing checker OR 10+ years of design/drafting experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization
• Experience working with NX and SolidWorks
• Experience with Collins Aerospace drafting standards as defined in the Product Definition Data Base and ASME Y14.41 Digital Product Definition Data Practices.

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:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles* will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

• This position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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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