2nd shift Machinist III (Onsite)

RTX; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Machinist III for our Miami Gardens, FL Landing Gear Facility. The role involves setting up and operating CNC or manual machines, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring precise measurements to meet engineering specifications.

You will perform machining setups, conduct inspections, and uphold quality and safety standards while contributing to advanced structural components for aerospace applications.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or vocational/technical education with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Ability to work 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 2:45–11:15 pm).

Responsibilities

• Produce machined parts by setting up and operating CNC or manual machines.
• Use precision measuring tools to ensure tolerances.
• Interpret blueprints and work orders to meet specs.
• Perform machining setup and inspections for quality and safety.

Skills

Machining operations

Blueprint interpretation

Quality inspection

Precision measurement

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Lathes

Mills

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-OPA LOCKA-3201 ~ 3201 NW 167th St ~ NW 167TH Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace is looking for Machinist III for our Miami Gardens, FL Landing Gear Facility.

What You Will Do

• Produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC or manual machines (Mills, lathes, bandsaws, etc.).
• Using precision hand measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.)
• Take measurements of materials and select appropriate machines for the process.
• Perform machining setup and adjust as required.
• Conduct inspection of work produced.
• Interpret blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, materials and dimensional requirements.
• Keep records and maintain quality safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Working experience in manufacturing industry or machine shop
• Abilituy to work 2nd shift hours (Monday - Friday - 2:45 - 11:15 pm)
• We Prefer Experience in interpreting and understanding machines codes
• Experience in 5 axis machines

Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

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!

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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. This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines.

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.

We Offer

• 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!

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.

• 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
• 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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.