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Collins Aerospace is looking for a Process Operator Technician I to join our team in Fairfield, CA. You will perform a variety of production tasks which are dependent on customer demand. This position is a highly technical position, which requires working with hazardous chemicals, energetic powder (explosives), and loading the energetic powder into smaller sub-assembly components.

As an employee at Collins Aerospace-Fairfield, Safety is an expectation.  Employees are expected to work safely, follow all safety rules, requirements, procedures, and instructions always.  You are expected to actively participate in the safety program and be mindful of your safety and the safety of others.  You are expected to complete all safety training in a timely manner.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• $21.59 per hour starting rate (1.5x per hour after 8 hours per day)

• Paid vacation & and sick time 

• Eligible for Annual Increases 

• Opportunities for Advancement 

• Competitive Benefits Package, including first-day Medical Benefits. 

Schedule:  

• This position is for 2nd shift. 

• Monday – Thursday, 4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. 

• Overtime is available and/or mandatory on a business need basis. 

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the setup, calibration, operation, and selection of appropriate machines used in production/fabrication processes of explosive parts, inspecting machining operations and finished products against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools. Uses computer-controlled and manual machining equipment to select, position and secure automatic or semi-automatic specialized machines, controlling and adjusting machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications. Prepares materials for machining and processing.

• Performs a variety of explosives storage, transport, handling, processing, and operational tasks in quantities up to 250 pounds. Weighs, loads, and inspects the column height of explosives and pyrotechnic powders. Performs tests and inspections of explosives according to Collins Aerospace quality standards.

• Performs a variety of work to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machines, mechanical equipment, and components. Operation of crane/hoists, powered industrial vehicles, and materials handling equipment as needed.

• References and interprets diagrams, blueprints, work orders, specifications, and engineering plans and drawings for fabrication, operation, material, and dimensional requirements. Provides support and recommendations for the R&D and implementation of facility, equipment, processes, and methods for both new and upgraded programs. Makes recommendations to improve explosive handling processes. Makes recommendations for reworks and/or repairs of assembled equipment and products for engineering specification changes. Creates formula and makes calculations to assist Engineering with data analysis and process changes.

• Receives, stores, issues, returns and transfers a variety of items, including explosive and pyrotechnic materials, while maintaining accurate inventory control records. Inventories and maintains government tooling property according to military regulations.

• Performs a variety of production/manufacturing operation activities including setting up and assembling parts, while maintaining quality and safety standards. Operates hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, and light equipment. Participates in cost reduction plans and continuous improvement plans/events. Maintains materials, equipment, and work area in clean and orderly condition. Maintains regulations including, but not limited to: Environmental Health and Safety, Ethics, International Trade Compliance, and Human Resources.

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent, e.g. GED in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) access. 

Qualifications We Prefer 

• 1 year of explosive or chemical manufacturing or handling experience. 

• Ability to perform basic math. 

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 & Apply Now!​

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military, and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
 

*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.

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.

*The salary range for this role is $20.37 to $27.55, however, RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role 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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