Machinist II - 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX; Stoneybrook (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Plan

Parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

RTX is seeking a skilled machinist for its US operations. The role involves interpreting blueprints and GD&T, performing manual and CNC machining, and fabricating metal parts. You will set up machines, adjust processes, and ensure product quality while adhering to safety standards.

This is a 1st shift, onsite position with potential overtime and weekend hours. Qualified candidates typically have a HS diploma or GED with relevant experience, plus CNC/Machinist backgrounds and familiarity with

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience as manual and CNC machinist.
• Read CNC G & M codes; familiarity with tool change and setup techniques.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, orders, and GD&T to meet material and dimensional requirements.
• Assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts using mechanical equipment.
• Measure materials and select appropriate machines for processes.
• Perform machining setups and adjust as needed.
• Inspect work and document quality checks.
• Maintain SPC charts and quality records.
• Lift up to 35 pounds and stand 8+ hours as required.
• Follow EH&S rules and wear PPE; attend trainings.

Skills

Manual Machining

CNC Machining

GD&T

Read CNC Codes

Tool Setup

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical Training

Tools

CNC Machines

Cutting Tools

Indexable Tooling

Tool Holders

Chuck/Jaws

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

Position 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

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. This is a 1st shift position with the following hours: Monday - Friday; 7:00am – 3:00pm (Overtime may be required)

What You Will Do

• Interprets blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, designs sketches, and interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) for operation, material, and dimensional requirements.
• Assembles, repairs, and fabricates metal parts into sub-units or complete units using operating mechanical equipment.
• Takes measurements of material and selects appropriate machines for the process.
• Performs machining setups and makes adjustments as required.
• Conducts inspections of work produced.
• Checks SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging and measurements.
• Keeps records and maintains quality/safety standards.
• Lift up to 35 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.
• Role will involve standing for 8+ hours.
• Follow workplace safety guidelines and procedures and ensure safety and quality.
• Report unsafe practices and/or conditions to the appropriate individuals to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
• Comply with EH&S policies and procedures at all times, including wearing appropriate PPE.
• Attend EH&S trainings as required.
• Must be available for overtime, including extended workdays and weekends.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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 1 year of relevant experience.
• Prior manual and CNC Machinist experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Read CNC G codes, M codes Background with Quick Change tooling and set up reduction techniques.
• Interpret schematics and/or technical drawings.
• Familiar with cutting tools, indexable tooling, tool holders, chucks and other machine shop tooling.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.