Fabrication Technician III, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a quality control inspector in Windsor Locks, CT to support manufacturing of heat exchangers and related components. You will participate in fabrication, assembly, and testing while ensuring precise adherence to specifications.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of QC/inspection experience, with familiarity of measuring instruments such as vernier calipers and depth micrometers.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of experience in quality control and inspection processes.
• Prior use of air tools and fixtures to set-up parts for welding and understanding of location gages such vernier calipers and depth micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, set-up, and perform fabrication, assembly, test and related precision fabrication processes.
• Inspect parts using measuring tools and compare to specifications.
• Operate and adjust a variety of machine tools and equipment per established methods.
• Review parts for quality and communicate issues with suppliers and internal teams.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and storage spaces.
• Assist in audits of processes, procedures and work areas.
• Input data and recordkeeping using shop systems.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection

Air tools

Fixtures

Vernier calipers

Depth micrometers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vernier calipers

Depth micrometers

Job description

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Date Posted: 2026-09-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

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.
Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.
Plan, set-up, and perform a variety of processes to maintain the flow of work to manufacture heat exchangers, water separators and other environmental control system components while practicing and complying with environmental health and safety directions and procedures.

What You Will Do

• Plan, set-up, prepare and perform fabrication, assembly, test and associated precision fabrication processes.
• Plan, set-up and operate a variety of tools and equipment such as power presses, band saws, belt sanders, expanders, and power shears to cut, form, trim, fit, roll, bend, drill and saw material to fabricate detail parts following established methods and procedures.
• Plan, set-up, and perform resistance spot welding and salt braze processes.
• Operate a variety of conventional and CNC/NC equipment to perform milling, drilling and turning operations to established methods and procedures.
• Plan, set-up, edit programs, and operate various presses and lasers to cut and form details.
• Plan, set-up, and perform pressure, leakage and functional tests.
• Plan, set-up and operate furnaces for processes such as drying, annealing, aging and curing product.
• Receive, unload, check, record, prepare, inventory, store, disburse, and deliver a variety of materials, products and equipment.
• Maintain rough stores, cribs, gage cabinets, and point of use storage areas. Order, organize, and store such items as supplies, materials, chemicals and tools.
• Safety wire, prepare product, make and apply nameplates and package for shipment.
• Fabricate and repair containers.
• Participate in review, analysis and ordering of purchased parts and materials to ensure appropriate inventory levels. Communicate with suppliers on delivery and quality concerns.
• Review open purchasing and shop part requirements. Review regularly with internal suppliers and purchasing. Coordinate and expedite deliveries as required.
• Perform visual, dimensional and functional inspection using variable measuring instruments such as micrometers, verniers and checking fixtures.
• Mix and apply bonding agents, coatings and chemicals.
• Check calibration of gages, instruments and equipment in accordance with established procedures. Record and document as required.
• Prepare test pieces and micros using equipment such as grinders, cutters, sanders, polishers and mounting presses.
• Sharpen or modify tools, make up simple forming dies, tooling and templates.
• Perform periodic maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating fixtures and equipment, adding fluids, charging filters and tightening hardware.
• Participate in audits of processes, procedure and work areas.
• Use computers and office equipment to record and process transactions.
• Utilize and maintain all necessary documentation such as logs, reports, charts, sampling plans, statistical process control records and nonconformance documents.
• Instruct one or two fellow employees in proper performance of duties.
• Utilize statistical methods to monitor process control and capability. Use data to investigate areas for potential process improvement.
• Improve processes and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support.
• Move parts and materials to designated locations in accordance with material flow procedures, and initiate follow-up lists.
• Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.
• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.
• 2nd Shift: 3:30pm to 12am, Monday to Friday.
• Training may take place on 1st or 2nd Shift for up to 3 months.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of experience in quality control and inspection processes.
• Prior use of air tools and fixtures to set-up parts for welding and understanding of location gages such vernier calipers and depth micrometers.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience completing pressure test, assembly of Heli coils, riveting, and spot welding.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in quality control and inspection processes.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and other quality assurance methodologies.
• Experience with the use of precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
• 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!