CNC Machinist (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholarship Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Collins Aerospace seeks a CNC Machinist in Chula Vista, CA for an onsite role. You’ll read blueprints and routings, set up VMCs, and produce tooling and production parts to aerospace tolerances. The role operates Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM PST within IAM Local 755.

Onsite duties emphasize setup, operations, and tool/fixture preparation. The candidate should have a related degree or equivalent experience, and strong experience with aerospace alloys like Inconel and Titanium.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree or 4+ years machining experience, or HS/GED with 6+ years.

Responsibilities

• Plans the sequence of progressive operations by working from blueprints, sketches and routing.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC VMC programming

Machining VMC operations

Aerospace alloys machining

G-code familiarity

Education

AA/AS degree or equivalent, or HS diploma with experience

HS diploma or GED + 6 years experience

Tools

G-Code programming

CAM software

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-18

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C

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 is seeking a CNC Machinist for our Chula Vista, CA location.

At RTX, the world 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.

This position works in a primarily onsite capacity at Chula Vista, CA and will be part of the IAM Local 755.

Work hours will be Monday - Friday, Day-Time Shift – 6:30AM – 3:00PM PST

What You Will Do

• Plans the sequence of progressive operations by working from blueprints, sketches and routing.
• Determines sequence of operations to minimize amount of machining on CNC VMC
• Sets up VMC to perform any operation within its capability by positioning, aligning and securing work, improvising and adapting existing tooling and other machining aids
• Determines operations to be performed, dimensions and tolerances, cutting tools to be used to minimize required machining operations
• May perform cutter preset tasks as required
• Determines, sets and adjust feeds, speeds, depths, stops, and performs minor oiling as necessary
• May use pneumatic tools to perform basic surface grinding
• Grinds tools, drill bits and special purpose tools
• Sets up and operates conventional and numerically controlled machines, such as but not limited to drill press, manual lathe, manual milling machine and CNC VMC to completely and independently produce tooling, maintenance, developmental and production parts
• Lays out all lines necessary to ascertain machineability and subsequently all lines required to complete machining of production, tooling and developmental specifications
• Installs special bushings, inserts, etc. as required
• Performs identification
• Uses overhead crane in conjunction with the work described herein
• Maintain good shop practice and clean workstation/environment
• Uses experience and knowledge to assist other operators

Qualifications You Must Have

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant machining experience OR HS diploma, GED and 6 years of relevant experience is required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) and specifications
• Experience with setup and programming of CNC VMC
• Experience working with aerospace grade alloys such as Inconel and Titanium

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience as a CNC setup machinist (ideally on VMC style machines)
• Tool and Die maker experience
• Proficient in manual G-Code programming and CAM software, certifications are a plus
• Experience with precision machining setup and fixturing
• Experience with precision boring/reaming applications
• Experience in an FAA/DCMA regulated machine shop environment
• Must be able to apply a thorough knowledge of metals (including metallurgical and heat treat characteristics), synthetic materials, hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and machinery (mills. Lathes, grinders, etc.), use shop mathematics and trigonometry
• Maintain environmental standards and documentation in compliance with regulations and procedural guidelines
• Participates in tool design methodology for simplification, economy and practicality of function

What We Offer

• Excellent pay
• Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance all available on Day 1
• Retirement Program with a Company Match
• And much more

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE

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!

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 pay range for this role is $25.13 – $53.69; however, RTX 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 possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Benefits for Hired Applicants

• 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

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.