Engineering Technician, Autoclave - Second Shift (Onsite)

globalhr; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Three weeks vacation

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an Engineering Technician, Autoclave at the Riverside facility to oversee, operate, and control multiple Autoclaves during curing of composite and metal bonded structures.

The role operates Monday–Friday on 2nd shift (2:00PM–10:30PM) onsite, with responsibilities including documentation, quality checks, and process improvements. Candidates must have a diploma/AA/AS and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or AA/AS with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience operating and maintaining machines with consistent data flow.
• Experience in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate Autoclaves to support manufacturing activities.
• Review technical data/production specs to write and edit recipes.
• Ensure bonded structures meet cure specifications.
• Generate cure reports for individual parts.
• Adjust load configurations to improve cure quality.
• Provide support and direction to team members.
• Communicate with various programs on priorities.
• Assist support functions with process improvements.
• Manage and update Autoclave Tracker.
• Handle most issues within the department.
• Follow safe work practices and company policy.

Skills

Diploma/AA/AS

Machinery operation

MS Office

Education

AA/AS degree

Tools

Autoclave equipment

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-RIVERSIDE-8200B1 ~ 8200 Arlington Ave ~ BLDG B1

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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 for an Engineering Technician, Autoclave to oversee, operate, and control multiple Autoclaves during the curing process of composite and metal bonded structures.

Position works Monday - Friday 2nd-shift (2:00PM – 10:30PM ) onsite at the Riverside manufacturing facility

What You Will Do

• Operation of Autoclaves to support manufacturing activities.
• Review technical data/production specs to write and edit “recipes”.
• Ensure bonded structures meet cure specifications.
• Generating cure reports for individual parts.
• Adjust load configurations to improve cure quality.
• Provides support and direction to team members.
• Communicating with various programs on priorities.
• Assist support functions with process improvements.
• Management and updating of Autoclave Tracker.
• Responsible for handling most issues within the department.
• Performing other tasks as assigned.
• Follow safe work practices and comply with company policy.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience operating and maintaining machines and ensuring constant data flow.
• Experience in MS Office.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience operating autoclave equipment
  Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Prior Autoclave certification.

What 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 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!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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 role may be eligible for relocation.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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

The salary range for this role is 45,600 USD - 79,800 USD. 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. 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.