CNC Operator III- 2nd shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, located in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC centers, machining complex fiberglass parts. The role requires maintaining tool and measurement accuracy and working closely with the team to meet production targets.

The position emphasizes safety, lean practices, and adherence to job standards. Candidates should be capable of standing long shifts and may travel between locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma or equivalent with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Must be willing to obtain certification to operate a powered industrial vehicle.
• Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate multiple CNC machine centers to machine fiberglass products.
• Maintain proper condition of measuring instruments and documentation.
• Meet output hours and FPY targets and support lean CORE initiatives.
• Coordinate with teammates and supervisors to ensure tolerances and safety.

Skills

CNC Machining

Machine setup

Inspection techniques

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Machines (3/5 axis)

Measurement tools (gages)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America

Location: US-FL-JACKSONVILLE-6061 BLDG 101 ~ 6061 Goodrich Blvd ~ BLDG 101 FINISH BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: L Clearance

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX 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. While the rest of Collins Aerospace soars into the sky, Engineered Polymer Products dives into the sea! Located in Jacksonville, Florida, EPP specializes in marine applications for surface ships and submarines. Our dedicated teams create specialty naval parts that aid the U.S. Navy in executing their mission, ensuring excellence every day.

This individual will be responsible for tooling setup and machining new parts by executing programs and operating a variety of computer numerical control (CNC) or manual machines (3 axis and 5 axis CNC). This person will liaise with other operators and departments where appropriate to ensure the Machining section meets the required demands and reports directly to the Machining Supervisor. This position is located on Blount Island and will possibly require some travel between our 2 Jacksonville locations, Busch Drive location and Blount Island on an as needed basis.

Work Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday - Fridays 3:00 pm - 12:00am Fridays 6:00 am - 2:30 pm) Training will be conducted on 1st Shift for approximately 4-8 weeks Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, and Pay day Fridays 6:00 am - 2:30 pm) Relocation assistance will not be provided.

The submarine and surface ships within this video highlight the products we have designed and now build in Jacksonville. https://www.collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/industries/military-and-defense/submarines-and-surface-ships

What You Will Do

• Set-up and Operate multiple CNC Machine Centers, machining of complex fiberglass products
• Maintain a teamworking mindset
• Maintain proper condition of measuring instruments
• Maintain proper cutting conditions on machining centers
• Maintain proper documentation of executed operations
• Meet or exceed required output hours
• Meet or exceed Machine Shop FPY requirements
• Meet and sustain Certified Operator requirements
• Identify opportunities for program and work-holding improvements
• Support and manage the machine tooling to best achieve drawing tolerances, including offset adjustments and tool wear identification
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisor to coordinate activities
• Maintain a clean and hazard free work cell
• Achieve required part cosmetics with manual operations
• Cross-train on different types of machining centers
• Participate in all team stand-ups and uses safe ergonomic practices in performing job
• Participate in EHS risk reduction activities
• Adhere to all Collins rules and codes of conduct
• Look for ways to eliminate safety hazards and improve the overall safety of the workplace
• Provide continuous improvement ideas to support lean and CORE initiatives
• Check parts using specified gages or check parts using furnished fixtures to see that dimensions are being maintained
• Perform routine maintenance checks, reporting improper machine function and/or check parts not being held to the proper dimensions
• May perform other job duties as required and available for overtime as necessary
• Support CORE and 5S housekeeping practices

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Must be willing to obtain certification to operate a powered industrial vehicle
• Must be able to work in a standing position up to 8 hours per day

We Prefer

• Prior aerospace / marine industry experience is highly desirable
• Prior experience utilizing various measuring/inspection techniques
• A current transferrable US government security clearance is highly desirable

Working Environment

• Work assignments require moderate to strenuous effort
• Workers must climb, bend, stoop, crawl, and stand for prolonged periods on concrete or metal surfaces
• Will frequently lift parts and equipment that weigh up to 9 kilograms (20 pounds)
• Occasionally, may lift and carry items that weigh up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds) with mechanical lifting devices or assistance from other workers, if required
• Climate Controlled environment
• Daily exposure to dust particulates
• Occasional exposure to chemicals, wearing a respirator when required

What We Offer Benefits

• 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
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building 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. 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.

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. 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.

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.

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.