Machinist III - 2nd Shift

Collins Aerospace; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a skilled Machinist III for 2nd Shift in Burnsville. The role involves producing custom and routine parts, utilizing CNC lathes and mills, and ensuring safety and quality in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in machining, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Three weeks of vacation

Employee Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.
• Understanding of CNC machines crucial.
• Ability to make TLO and fixture offsets is essential.

Responsibilities

• Production machining of routine and custom products using manual mills and lathes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize processes.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines.

Skills

CNC lathes

CNC mills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical education

Two-year machinist/tooling degree

Job description

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Date Posted:

2025-06-05

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HMN01: S&IS (Sensors) - Burnsville 14300 Judicial Rd, Burnsville, MN, 55306 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace.

Our Burnsville facility supplies products for both air and spacecraft. We have a rare opportunity for an experienced machinist to join our Burnsville team. You will work in a state-of-the-art climate-controlled shop creating both routine and custom pieces. You will enjoy both autonomy and support and have the opportunity to apply your problem-solving skills. If you are a skilled machinist with a flexible growth mindset and the ability to shift priorities quickly, this could be your ideal position.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Production Machining of routine and custom products using manual mills and lathes.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals to perform set ups and production processes.
• Calibrate machines to perform operations within its capability by positioning, aligning, securing work, utilizing and adapting appropriate tools.
• Use analytical skills to formulate machine adjustments and perform the machining process.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to optimize production processes and resolve and develop unique solutions.
• Utilize of inspection equipment including indicators, micrometers, calipers, and surface plates.
• Inspect and certify your work product.
• Work independently using all resources available to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Perform daily, quarterly, annual Preventative Maintenance on equipment.
• Effectively work in an environment requiring both repetitive and unique products.
• Maintain focus on safety and quality.
• Build manufacturing fixtures.
  
  

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 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of CNC lathes and mills
• The ability to make TLO and fixture offsets.
• 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
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

• Two-year machinist/tooling degree.
• Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding blueprint and technical documentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
• Collins Enterprise Values including Safety | Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.
  
  

SCHEDULE:

• 2nd Shift Schedule: Monday-Thursday 3:00pm - 1:30am
• Training may be on 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:30am – 3:00pm for approximately three months.
• Overtime available on a business need basis.
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER:

Additional $1.50/hr shift differential pay.

BENEFITS:

• Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
• 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!
  
  

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

The salary range for this role is $44,475 - $83,414. 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.

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