Operating Technician IV, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B2 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 2 Date Posted: 2026-08-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B2 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 2 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, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Perform various overhaul, rework, repair and associated operations on aircraft equipment and components in both standard and non-standard environments to maintain flow of work while practicing and complying with environmental, health and safety directions and procedures. What You Will Do Perform work in accordance with various instructions such as service manuals, workbooks, service bulletins, technical orders, blueprints, customer service instructions and other written and verbal instructions within established methods and procedures. Perform various duties to accomplish disassembly, rework, repair, inspection, machining, and associated operations including de-burring, emerying and lapping on various products utilizing proper procedures and techniques in order to conform with quality standards. Ensure that all documentation such as specifications, procedures and forms, and applicable tools, gages and fixtures are quality compliant and traceable. Perform a variety of material control and handling duties such as unloading, receiving, storing, disbursing, packaging and shipping material and equipment. Perform and maintain point-of-use inventory. Prepare, maintain and monitor all necessary records such as check lists, log sheets, unit history records, routing sheets and schedules. Operate computer terminals to retrieve, enter or verify information. Set-up and perform appropriate inspection operations including receiving, visual, dimensional, write-up, rework instructions, acceptance/rejection determination and serviceability review. Perform external visual check for damage and abnormalities and record on unit history record and/or receiving inspection form. Utilize measuring equipment such as surface plate, dial indicators, height gages, micrometers, hardness testers, and pi tapes to perform required checks. Review customer service instructions to determine extent of service to be performed. Order all necessary parts by utilizing automated parts inventory system. Prepare units for preservation and shipping. Clean and degrease parts as required. Monitor PH level for aqueous cleaners. Obtain, move and expedite units, parts and material within shop to support operations. Perform appropriate rework, repair and fitting operations on various sheet metal assemblies such as stator and shroud assemblies. Operations include abradable removal, masking, gritblast, torch cutting, torch braze touch-up, induction braze, tackweld, polishing, blending and final rework. Operate various equipment such as lathes, millers, grinders and drill presses to perform repetitive operations including premachining of seal fins, machining air seals, removing of air seals and EDM removal of vanes where equipment has been set up. Provide set-up assistance for operations at machining, welding, flame spray, oven brazing, heat treat, NDT, and plating. Operate heat treat ovens and furnaces to support stress relief operations. Set-up and operate cordax measurement machine (CMM) to make measurements such as I.D., OD and drop height. Select, devise and/or adapt simple tooling fixtures and work holding devices. Verify work performed. Apply coatings such as sermetel anti-galling compounds, primers, paints and adhesives. Support customer witness needs as required. Improve process and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and supervision. Perform minor and preventive equipment maintenance such as check fluid levels, lubricate fittings, clean or replace filters, replace bulbs and tighten fittings and/or hardware. Perform process reviews as required. Instruct one or two fellow employees in proper performance of duties. Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized. Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function. 2nd Shift 3:30 pm – 12:00 am Monday – Friday Training will be on 1st shift for ~3 months. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a HS diploma and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience or in the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 8 years of relevant experience is required. Ability to work 2nd shift hours: Monday - Friday 3:30 AM – 12:00 AM. Qualifications We Prefer Machining of aircraft parts Operating lathes, Bridgeports, HAAS, PUMA, Fadal or DMG Working from technical and service manuals, technical orders, specifications, drawings, blueprints Use of various measuring instruments such as surface plate, dial indicators, height gages, micrometers, hardness testers, and pi tapes Mechanical background What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off 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! We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. 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 our integrity keeps 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. This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 SFT part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40. The salary range for this role $34.80 - $43.75 per hour; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. 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. 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. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms #J-18808-Ljbffr Collins Aerospace