RTX

Aerospace and Defense

MachinistIV,3rdShift

$0–0k Windsor Locks, Connecticut, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Machinist IV, 3rd Shift at RTX. Skills: Machining, Assembly, Inspection. Operate machinery. Perform subassembly”

Industry & Context.

Aerospace and Defense
Problems you'll solve

Process improvement; Problem solving

Eligibility Requirements

U. S. citizenship required, 3rd Shift 11:00 pm – 7:00 am, Training on 1st or 2nd Shift

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

U. S. citizenship required, 2 years experience setup and operating machine tools, 2 years experience operating lathes, 2 years experience operating milling machines

Nice to Have

Manual machining experience, Blueprint experience, Schematic experience, Technical drawing experience, 4-6 years relevant experience, GD&T principles experience, Interpreting engineering drawings experience, Interpreting tolerance schemes experience

What You'll Do.

Prep components for welding

Set-up conventional equipment

Operate conventional equipment

Operate CNC equipment

Perform machining operations

Set-up bench assembly

Perform bench assembly

Perform pressure tests

Perform leakage tests

Perform spin balance tests

Prepare bench operations

Perform bench operations

Perform hand polishing

Perform grit blasting

Prepare product for welding

Maintain rough stores

Maintain gage cabinets

Maintain point of use storage

Check work dimensionally

Verify configurations

Identify nonconformance

Participate in review

Participate in analysis

Order purchased parts

Communicate with suppliers

Review open purchased requirements

Review open shop requirements

Coordinate deliveries

Process product for inspection

Read inspection results

Analyze inspection results

Check gage calibration

Check instrument calibration

Check equipment calibration

Perform temperature uniformity surveys

Perform periodic maintenance

Participate in audits

Utilize documentation

Maintain documentation

Instruct fellow employees

Utilize statistical methods

Monitor process control

Monitor process capability

Initiate follow-up lists

Keep surroundings neat

Keep surroundings clean

Keep equipment organized

Keep surroundings organized

Perform related duties

Work from operation sheets

Work from shop travelers

Use measuring instruments

Full Job Description

**Date Posted:** 2026-06-02 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A **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 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. Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Operate machinery, perform subassembly, prep components for welding, and conduct inspections to manufacture environmental control system parts—all while ensuring workflow efficiency and strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety protocols. **_What You Will Do:_** * Set-up and operate a variety of conventional and CNC/NC equipment to perform machining operations to established methods and procedures. * Set-up and perform bench assembly, pressure, leakage, and spin balance tests. * Prepare and perform bench operations such as hand polishing, grit blasting, shop peening, deburring, tumbling, etching and grinding. * Set-up and operate ovens for dryin

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