Multi-Head Drilling (MHD) Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

Collins Aerospace; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 3,461,908 - 7,439,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an onsite CNC drill operator to inspect and set up drilling machines for aircraft parts and assemblies. You’ll work from blueprints, perform precise setups, and ensure dimensional accuracy. Strong knowledge of CNC controls and precision gauges is required.

The role offers full-time hours on second shift with comprehensive benefits and on-site work in Riverside, CA. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required or related technical education.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC drilling machines.
• Experience using precision measurement tools (gauges, micrometers, calipers).
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing documents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined parts, assemblies and tooling for workmanship and dimensional accuracy.
• Set up and operate CNC drilling machines with various control units.
• Check parts against specifications and notify supervision of malfunctions.
• Perform precise drill setups and change cycles using fixtures and indicators.
• Work from blueprints and sketches and ensure conformance to specs.

Skills

CNC drilling

Precision measurement

Blueprint interpretation

Machine operation

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

G&M codes

Macro programming

Job description

Location: US-CA-RIVERSIDE-8200B1 ~ 8200 Arlington Ave ~ BLDG B1

Posted On: 2026-07-15

Country: United States of America

Position Type: Onsite

Work Authorization: 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: None/Not Required

Shift: 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 3P – 11:30P

What You Will Do

• This classification requires the inspection of all types of machined parts, aircraft parts, sub‑assemblies, assemblies, installations, development parts and assemblies, vendor manufactured parts, materials, all types of tooling, master gages, master models and development parts, etc., for workmanship, dimensional accuracy, and interchangeability.
• Sets up and operates all types of numerically controlled multi‑axis drilling machines.
• Exercises a thorough knowledge of various types of machine control units and systems.
• Sets up and operates machines to perform any operation within the capacity of the equipment.
• Mounts holding fixtures and sets up targets to worktables; positions, aligns and fastens parts in fixtures, chucks or directly to work tables; mounts drills to spindles.
• Loads or activates control units, makes required control settings and aligns spindles to set up targets using dial indicators as required.
• Makes intermediate set‑ups changes as programmed.
• Selects and hones drill tools and cutters to specifications using safety precautions and tools specified.
• Selects proper stylus and drills.
• Observes drilling process and watches for functional variations in machines or control units and notifies supervision of malfunctions.
• Makes periodic checks on parts to ensure dimensional accuracy in order to establish drill change cycle.
• Verifies new drill accuracy by making comparison checks after drill changes.
• Sets up and operates equipment to perform close‑tolerance conventional drilling operations such as drilling compound angles using holding fixtures, etc.
• Works from blueprints, sketches, and other authorized documents.
• Checks own work for conformance to specifications.
• Uses overhead cranes in conjunction with the work described herein.
• Uses the necessary equipment, tools and materials required to perform the work described herein.
• Maintains good shop practice.

Qualifications Must Have

• Must have at least an HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g., G.E.D.) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline.
• Experience setting up and operating various types of CNC drilling machines.
• Experience performing measurements with precision measurement tools, such as gauges, micrometers and calipers.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches, manufacturing outline sheets, etc.

Qualifications Preferred

• Experience with G&M codes, Macro programming and editing processes.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off after 121 days
• 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, 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.

Salaries

The salary range for this role is $25.13/hr USD - $53.69/hr USD. 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 any key skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.