Fabrication Technician III - Core, 3rd Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-10-30



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'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.

Plan, set-up and perform a variety of processes to maintain the flow of work to manufacture heat exchanger cores and related products for environmental control systems while practicing and complying with environmental, health and safety directions and procedures.

What You Will Do:

• •Set-up and operate a variety of equipment such as power and brake presses, finforming equipment, spot welders, and belt sanders to cut, form, trim, fit, bend, and saw material to fabricate detail parts to established methods and procedures.
• •Set-up and operate a variety of equipment to fabricate and test air bearings.
• •Clean, prepare, fabricate, and assemble various parts for brazing.
• •Mix and apply braze alloy and coatings as required.
• •Set-up, program and operate furnaces for heat treat and brazing.
• •Perform proof pressure and leakage tests.
• •Monitor the flow of work, recommend and implement changes to maintain deliveries to customer requirements.
• •Receive, unload, check, record, prepare, inventory, store, disburse and deliver a variety of materials, products and equipment.
• •Maintain rough stores, cribs, gage cabinets and point of use storage areas. Order, organize and store such items as supplies, materials, chemicals and tools.
• •Participate in review, analysis and ordering of purchased parts and materials to ensure appropriate inventory levels. Communicate with suppliers on delivery and quality concerns.
• •Review open purchased and shop part requirements. Review regularly with internal suppliers and purchasing. Coordinate and expedite deliveries as required.
• •Use various measuring instruments such as hardness testers, micrometers, voltage, temperature, and current monitors. Monitor and adjust equipment, processes and fluids to specifications.
• •Prepare micros and test pieces using equipment such as grinders, cutters, sanders and polishers.
• •Prepare material for lab test. Release purchased material from receiving inspection.
• •Check calibration of equipment in accordance with procedures, take temperature uniformity surveys, record and document as required.
• •Check work visually and dimensionally using required documentation to verify configurations, quality, and identify nonconformance from workmanship of self and others.
• •Modify or make a variety of simple tooling.
• •Perform periodic maintenance and minor repair of equipment.
• •Participate in audits of processes, procedures and work areas.
• •Use computers and office equipment to record and process transactions.
• •Utilize and maintain all necessary documentation such as logs, reports, charts, sampling plans, statistical process control records, and nonconformance documents.
• •Instruct one or two fellow employees in the proper performance of duties.
• •Utilize statistical methods to monitor process control and capability. Use data to investigate areas for potential process improvement.
• •Improve processes and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support.
• •Move parts and materials to designated locations in accordance with material flow procedures, and initiate follow-up lists.
• •Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.
• •Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.
• 3rd Shift: 12am to 6:30am, Monday to Friday.
• Training may take place on 1st, 2nd Shift, or 3rd Shift for up to 3 months.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• US Citizen

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.

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 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!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

*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. 

The salary range for this role $36.46 - $45.80 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.  

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 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.

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