Process Technician - S-Nickel - Weekend Nights

Collins Aerospace; Oakville; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Oakville, Ontario is looking for a Process Technician - S-Nickel to support plating operations on the Weekend Nights shift. You will report to the Plating & Processing Supervisor and ensure components meet customer specifications.

Your tasks include S-Nickel plating and masking, tank and chemistry maintenance, and adherence to preventive maintenance schedules. You will work cross-functionally, supporting continuous improvement and safety requirements, including use of PPE

Qualifications

• High school diploma, with a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant plating/processing experience or Process Engineering degree.
• Experience in measuring equipment and tools.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and work with various hand tools
• Experience in using calipers and elcometers
• The selected candidate has to be eligible to work in Canada; successful candidate must meet all requirements under ITAR and CCGP

Responsibilities

• S-Nickel plating and masking of aircraft components, including preparation of components, to customer specifications and development of work techniques
• Tank/chemistry, associated tooling maintenance
• Adherence to the PM schedule of tanks
• Prep, mask and lacquer as required
• Act as a cross functional team member and support S-Nickel plate applications as requested
• Support and promote continuous improvement, 5S activities and Standard Work
• Development in the cell
• Communicate and co-ordinate priorities and process issues between operators and shifts
• Observe and adhere to all safety and PPE job requirements
• Requires use of PAPR
• Multi-task and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Measurement experience

Blueprint reading

Hand tool work

Calipers usage

Elcometers usage

Education

High school diploma or Process Engineering degree

Tools

Calipers

Elcometers

Blueprints reading

Job description

Location: CA-ON-OAKVILLE-1400 ~ 1400 S Service Rd W ~ 1400 SERVICE

Date Posted: 2026-08-05

Country: Canada

Position Role Type: Onsite

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.

Collins Aerospace is looking to hire Process Technician - S-Nickel who will be reporting to the Plating & Processing Supervisor, Weekend Day Shift as the Process Technician - S-Nickel Plating, you will be responsible for maintaining demand for Production.

Work Shift: Weekend Nights (Friday-Sunday) 6:00 pm - 6:00 am

What You Will Do

• S-Nickel plating and masking of aircraft components, including preparation of components, to customer specifications and development of work techniques
• Tank/chemistry, associated tooling maintenance.
• Adherence to the PM schedule of tanks.
• Prep, mask and lacquer as required.
• Act as a cross functional team member and support S-Nickel plate applications as requested
• Support and promote continuous improvement, 5S activities and Standard Work
• Development in the cell.
• Communicate and co-ordinate priorities and process issues between operators and shifts
• Observe and adhere to all safety and PPE job requirements.
• Requires use of PAPR.
• Multi-task and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High school diploma, with a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant plating/processing experience or Process Engineering degree.
• Experience in measuring equipment and tools.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and work with various hand tools
• Experience in using calipers and elcometers
• The selected candidate has to be eligible to work in Canada; successful candidate must meet all requirements under ITAR and CCGP

Qualifications We Prefer.

• Strong understanding of WHMIS.

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable, and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

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.

The salary range for this role is 61,334 CAD – 81,003 CAD . The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process. 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 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 job posting is not for an existing position vacancy.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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