3rd Shift_ Machinist III_Onsite

globalhr; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 46,838,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring for an onsite CNC machinist to support surface grinding and milling operations. The role operates on a 3rd shift schedule: Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 pm–7:00 am, at our US-NE-YORK plant.

You will read blueprints, set up machines, monitor tool wear, document results, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances. A HS diploma and at least two years’ experience are required, with basic math and computer skills essential.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or equivalent and minimum of two years experience.
• Basic math skills including decimals.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and following blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine setup and runs on surface grinders and mills.
• Read, interpret and follow prints and work instructions.
• Monitor tooling wear and adjust as needed.
• Ensure dimensional tolerances and report non-conforming features.
• Maintain documentation and inputs in production systems.

Skills

HS diploma or equivalent

Two years experience

Blueprint reading

Measurement equipment

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Hand tools

Night shift readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC mills and grinders

Gauges/calipers

Shop software/production tracking

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-05-08

Country: United States of America

Location: US-NE-YORK-2800 ~ 2800 Division Ave ~ PLANT 52

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, an RTX business, 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.

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

External candidates eligible for $3,500 sign on bonus

What You Will Do

• Perform machine setup and runs on surface grinders and mills
• Read, interpret and comprehend, process prints, engineering and quality standards, and other informational drawings and work instructions.
• Monitor tooling for wear and usage, changing and setting tools as needed.
• Monitor part specific dimensional tolerances while performing the operation & identify non-conforming part features
• Maintain accurate documentation and system inputs (shop traveler, labor charging, production tracking software, inspection results, etc.)
• Identify and report process inefficiencies, machine issues, and improvement opportunities
• Follow work priorities to accomplish production goals
• Can handle contact with coolants, cleaning fluids, and oils (petroleum based products) and chemical vapors from products during the normal manufacturing
• Obtain and maintain required Inspection Certification(s)
• Additional responsibilities and duties as assigned
• 3rd shift: Sunday – Thursday, 11:00 pm – 07:00 am

What You Will Learn

• Precision surface grinding and other CNC equipment operation as required
• Cross-functional collaboration through various types of manufacturing and processes.
• Gain experience with inspection equipment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma or equivalent and minimum of two years experience.
• Basic math skills, including adding and subtracting decimals
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn and use multiple computer applications (including email, internet, and other job-specific applications).
• Experience with measurement equipment, i.e. gauges, calipers, etc.
• Experience with basic hand tools.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and following blueprints.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and grinders
• Experience maintaining tight tolerances (< 0.0005”)

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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, 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!

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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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