Finishing Operator 1

Collins Aerospace; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with matching funds

On-site fitness equipment

Commute Smart ride share program

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Spokane, WA is hiring an entry-level Finishing Technician I to learn and perform setup, calibration, and operation of automated chemical application equipment for protective coatings on carbon brakes, with manual processes and automated riveting. On-the-job training enables progression through a defined roadmap.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to procedures, and safety, with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package offered by the company.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• U.S. Person status required as defined by the company.
• Manufacturing or related industry experience is required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a team-oriented atmosphere and collaborate with engineering and other groups on technical matters.
• Adhere to engineering instructions, SOPs, and all departmental procedures.
• Perform process monitoring and quality checks to ensure product conformance.
• Verify final assembled parts meet print specifications.
• Follow environmental, health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement activities and keep work area clean and organized.

Skills

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Location

US-WA-SPOKANE-11135 ~ 11135 W Westbow Ln ~ WESTBOW

Date Posted

2026-10-29

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status

Not Required

At Collins Aerospace Carbon Operations in Spokane, WA we specialize in producing carbon brakes for commercial and military aircraft applications, supporting OEM and aftermarket customers around the world.

We’re currently hiring for a motivated, entry level Finishing Technician I. In this role, you will learn and be responsible for the set-up, calibration, and operation of automated chemical application equipment used to apply protective chemicals to carbon aircraft brakes. You’ll also complete manual chemical application processes and leverage automated riveting equipment to fasten hardware to the brake components. On the job training is provided as you learn and advance through a well-defined progression roadmap.

The Finishing Department is responsible for three primary requirements: apply protective coating to prevent oxidation, manage material flow in and out of ovens for chemical curing, and fasten required hardware as part of the final assembly of carbon products for installation into aircraft brake assemblies. The Finishing department operates and maintains Fanuc brand robots for most of the coating processes and employees must undergo significant, company-provided training to perform this work. Repetitive movement of material less than 25 lbs. is required in some process steps to load/unload machines, conduct visual and mechanical inspections, and weigh and stack material. While some processes are manual, most of the work in this department is automated for ergonomic and safety reasons so confidence in troubleshooting digital and mechanical issues for equipment is a must.

Rotating Shift Structure

• 4-on/4-off rotation equates to 6-months off every year!


• Rotating day/night shift every 6 weeks


• 12-hour shifts: 6:00AM - 6:00PM / 6:00PM – 6:00AM

Compensation

• Built-in, guaranteed overtime


• Free hours on non-overtime weeks


• Clearly defined, skill-based tiered advancement opportunities available

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


• Access to company-sponsored Commute Smart ride share program


• Auto-eligibility for Spokane County Commute Smart program incentives

What You Will Do

• You will part of a team-oriented atmosphere and interact with other functional groups (e.g., engineering) on technical matters.


• You will adhere to all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures.


• You will be responsible for process monitoring and quality checks.


• You will verify final assembled parts meet print.


• You will observe and follow all environmental, health and safety procedures.


• You will comply with all company policies and procedures.


• You will participate in Continuous Improvement activities.


• You will maintain a clean and organized work area.


• You will utilize basic to intermediate computer skills for data entry and process monitoring.

What You Will Learn

• You will gain the 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 complete all training as assigned in the allotted time.


• You will learn how to use forklift and pallet jack


• You will learn how to use riveters both manual and automated


• You will learn how to use scales, calipers, micrometers


• You will learn how to use bar code scanning equipment


• You will learn how to use various tools (mixes, hotplates, etc.)


• You will learn how to operate the automated oxidation coating station


• You will learn how to operate oxidation bake out ovens.


• You will learn how to operate power and pneumatic equipment.


• You will learn to operate automated material handling equipment

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a HS Diploma or a GED


• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62


• Manufacturing or similar industry related experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to recognize problems with any process equipment & notify chain of command when tolerance limits are approached to avoid making defective parts.


• Ability to read drawings and operate per manufacturing procedures.


• Ability to prioritize tasks under constantly changing conditions where ingenuity and judgment are required.

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!

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 hourly range for this role is $20.50. The hourly 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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