Fabrication Operator I

Prattwhitney; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Fabrication Operator I to join the Carbon Brake Team in Santa Fe Springs, CA. The role involves loading/unloading carbon preforms, applying resin, and using MES for data entry. Second shift schedule (2:00 PM–10:30 PM) on-site supports a high-precision manufacturing environment in aerospace.

U.S. Person is required and the role offers comprehensive benefits, training, and industry-leading safety standards.

Qualifications

• HS diploma (or equivalent) or 2 years of relevant work experience is required.
• Must be a U.S. Person and eligible for security clearance.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Learn carbon brake fabrication steps for loading/unloading laid-up carbon preforms into hydraulic presses.
• Apply phenolic resin to carbon fabric as part of the process.
• Use handheld scanners to track all parts and ensure traceability.
• Precisely measure using standard measuring tools and scales.
• Operate MES to enter data at fabrication steps and ensure data integrity.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and part drawings; report safety issues to management.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Hydraulic Press

MES

Job description

Position Details

Date Posted: 2026-09-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-SANTA FE SPRINGS-11120 ~ 11120 South Norwalk Blvd ~ NORWALK

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

Role Overview

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.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Fabrication Operator I to join the Carbon Brake Team in Santa Fe Springs, CA. We create and ship out new carbon for aviation braking systems.

Work Schedule

Second Shift; Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

What You Will Do

• Learn the steps of the carbon brake fabrication process for loading/unloading laid up carbon composite preforms into hydraulic presses
• Apply phenolic resin to carbon fabric
• Use handheld scanners to track all parts
• Precisely measure using the standard measuring instruments and scales
• Acquire proficiency in use of MES (Manufacturing Execution System) to enter data at the corresponding steps of the fabrication process
• Follow steps and procedures of the SOP (Standard Operating Procedure), WI (Work Instructions), and part drawings
• Communicate potential mechanical or safety issues to your manager and lead
• Learn to operate Forklift and/or Big Joe to place preforms on pallets
• Use basic to intermediate computer skills

What You Will Learn

• You will gain knowledge of all pertinent customer and company specifications including but not limited to international standards relating to the production of carbon‑carbon brake components & company policies.
• You will Learn how to operate support equipment such as: Forklifts, Hydraulic Press, Power Tools, etc.
• You will complete a department training program in the time allotted.

Qualifications

• HS diploma (or equivalent) or in absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant work experience is required
• Must be a U.S. Person
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing or similar industry related experience
• Experience operating forklift
• Experience operating hydraulic press

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 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!
• Additional Perks Starting at 3-weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more
• Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program 401 (k) match program
• On-site fitness equipment

Salary

The salary range for this role $42,000K/yr to $50,000K/yr.

Equal Opportunity / EEO

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.

Additional Information

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.

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.

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.