Process Operator / Tech II - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Fairfield, CA, is hiring for an Onsite role on a first shift (7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.). Overtime may be required. Duties include setting up complex equipment, conducting TPM, handling energetic materials, and ensuring strict safety and quality controls in production.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma or GED with at least 1 year of relevant experience and must be able to obtain ATF access. Excellent attention to safety and documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or GED) or vocational/technical education with 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ATF access.

Responsibilities

• Ample prep work and tooling setup to build explosive cords.
• Operate complex equipment manually and remotely.
• Daily setup of assembly equipment with routine TPM and data logging.
• Measure with standard instruments and record results.
• Identify problems and notify supervisor to avoid defects.
• Communicate safety and mechanical issues promptly.
• Handle large amounts of energetics with strict safety and inventory control.
• Follow written procedures and supervisor directions for production tasks.
• Identify, control and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Read and operate per procedures with trainer guidance.
• Cleanup machines and areas, transport and dispose of hazardous materials.
• Understand document revisions and standards; stamp operations and read MP prior to starting.
• Complete data documentation without oversight.
• Tasks are semi-routine; some judgment required.
• Requires instructions on new assignments.

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Location: US-CA-FAIRFIELD-3530 ~ 3530 Branscombe Rd ~ BRANSCOMBE

Date Posted: 2026-09-24

Country: United States of America

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.

Schedule: This position is for 1st shift, Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Overtime is available and/or mandatory on a business need basis.

What You Will Do

• Ample prep work and critical tooling set up to build explosive cords.
• Operate numerous and differing complex equipment both manually and remote.
• Routine daily setup of complex assembly equipment.
• Must conduct routine TPM, basic maintenance, and careful logging of process parameters on work orders and data sheets.
• Make precise measurements with standard measuring instruments and balances, remote monitoring software perform basic calculations and record on proper documentation.
• Be alert to recognizing problems with any of this equipment, and notify their group leader or supervisor as tolerance limits are approached to avoid making defective parts.
• Communicate potential mechanical and safety problems effectively and immediately.
• Handle very large amounts of energetics in accordance with safety regulations, while maintaining exact inventory.
• Perform all production-related work assigned by supervisor or group leader in strict accordance with written procedures
• Identify, control and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste including solvents, explosives, and lead.
• Read and operate per Manufacturing Procedure, Job Traveler, and Drawings with guidance from a certified trainer and the engineering and chemistry departments.
• Cleanup of various machines, tooling, and areas from chemicals and propellants. In-plant transportation, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Understands document revisions and standards governing documenting procedures.
• Stamps operations, reads MP prior to starting work and any other documented instructions without oversight.
• Complete documentation of work (i.e. marriage log, data sheet, etc.) without oversight.
• Tasks are semi-routine in nature, but recognizes the need for some judgment.
• Requires instructions on new assignments

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.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) access.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Chemical / Energetic materials processing, manufacturing, and/or assembly experience a plus.

What We Offer

• 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!

The salary range for this role is $42,099 to $78,708 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 key skills.

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.

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.