Process Operator / Technician I - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Fairfield, CA is hiring for an onsite manufacturing role responsible for assembling parts, reading drawings, and following safety and quality processes.

The role operates Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with overtime as needed; candidates must be eligible for ATF access and have a HS diploma.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; vocational/technical education is a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ATF access.

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble parts.
• Read and operate per instructions and drawings with guidance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, and production coordinators.
• Ensure parts meet customer deadlines and quality standards.
• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in clean and orderly condition.
• Handle hazardous materials safely and dispose of waste per regulations.

Skills

Read and interpret drawings

Operate hand tools

Safety procedures

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Location

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

Date Posted

2026-08-28

Country

United States of America

Location

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

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

Job Description

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

• Set up and assemble parts.
• Demonstrate proper use of simple hand and machine tools.
• Read and operate per written instructions, work order, and drawings with guidance from manufacturing engineering.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, and production coordinators.
• Ensure creation of parts meet customer deadlines and expectations.
• Comply with applicable elements of quality systems and ensuring quality product standards are met with no defects.
• Participate in audits/cost reduction plans and continuous improvement plans/events as required.
• Acquire applicable skill/knowledge/certifications as required.
• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in clean and orderly condition.
• Communicate potential mechanical and safety problems effectively and immediately.
• Report to lead or supervisor on work progress and updates including conditions surrounding failures to meet quality standards.
• Handle moderate amounts chemicals and energetics in accordance with safety regulations, while maintaining exact inventory.
• Identify, control, and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste including solvents, energetics, and lead.
• Cleanup of various machines, tooling, and areas from chemicals and propellants.
• In-plant transportation, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Complete documentation of work (i.e. marriage log, data sheet, etc.) without oversight.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent e.g. GED in the US), OR vocational/technical education in related discipline.
• 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 ProgramLife 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<\/li>
• 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!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

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.

• The salary range for this role is $35,537 to $66,651 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.