RTX
Aerospace and Defense
MachinistIV,3rdShift
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“Machinist IV, 3rd Shift at RTX. Skills: Machining, Assembly, Inspection. Operate machinery. Perform subassembly”
Industry & Context.
Process improvement; Problem solving
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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