Production Associate - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Step into a groundbreaking role as a Production Associate with an industry leader in aerospace innovation. This position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology, including gyroscopes and accelerometers, essential for aviation and space exploration. You will be responsible for assembly tasks, quality checks, and ensuring precision in all components. If you are ready to contribute to a mission that impacts the world, this is your opportunity to shine. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and excellence, and be part of the future of aerospace technology.

Benefits

Excellent Pay

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• U.S. Person/Permanent Resident required.
• Must have soldering skills and ability to read instructions.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly tasks using hand tools and operate bench machines.
• Conduct checks including dimensional tolerance and electrical continuity.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety practices.

Skills

Soldering

Assembly Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Read Diagrams

Handling Small Parts

English Comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Soldering Iron

Microscope

Ultrasonic Degreasing Machine

Job description

Date Posted: 2025-03-01

Country: United States of America

Location: HCT07: S&IS (AIS) - Cheshire Goodrich Corporation, Cheshire, CT, 06410 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

Step into the forefront of innovation with Collins Aerospace, where we lead the charge in designing and manufacturing gyroscopes and accelerometers that propel the next era of aviation and space exploration. As a Production Associate, you’ll be an integral part of our mission to deliver unparalleled precision and reliability to our aerospace partners worldwide.

This isn't your typical Production role. It's a chance to be part of something bigger, something groundbreaking. So if you're ready to roll up your sleeves, dive in headfirst, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Work from operating instructions, pictorial diagrams.
• Perform assembly tasks using hand tools, operate bench machines, perform soldering operations on approved “A” level jobs; deburr parts. Use specific dial indicators with appropriate standards.
• Perform various checks including dimensional tolerance, electrical continuity, concentricity, etc.
• Perform potting of gyro header end including mixing, insertion of forms and removal.
• Work from wiring diagrams, operating instructions, assembly drawings.
• Assemble, wire, solder production P.C. boards for mounting with one or more gyros for specifications.
• Study prints bills of material to determine the selection of components to be used to assemble P.C. boards. Insert components in proper position. Solder components to P.C. board. Mount P.C. board(s) to the gyro assembly. Route wires through assembly package as indicated on assembly drawing.
• Cut wires to indicated lengths, connect and solder to posts on gyro and P.C. boards.
• Perform rework and repair on units returned from test and quality control. Use screw drivers, pliers, wire strippers, soldering iron, flux, bifocal microscope and cleaning agents such as isopropyl alcohol. Keep work area neat and clean.
• Work from a variety of sources including operating instructions, wire run lists, drawings, blueprints, schematics to produce boards, single axis and multi-axis gyros.
• Collect completed stock card requisitions from assigned department supervisors and shop personnel for materials, components, sub-assemblies, tools, equipment and chemicals.
• Select items from bins and shelves in stock room; adjust bin card quantity number and other related paperwork.
• Wrap, pack, load, issue, and/or deliver all types of hard and soft good materials, liquids, equipment to designated areas.
• Use hand carts to transport and deliver items to designated areas. Periodically clean ultrasonic degreasing machine, associated parts, and parts trays to assure contaminant-free parts in clean rooms.
• Distribute selected chemicals including cleaning solvents such as Actrel and IPA, assembly of product components.
• Participate in packing gyro for shipment at the end of month deliveries. Keep work area neat and clean.
• Must satisfactorily complete required cross training program.
• This is a 2nd Shift position. Must be willing and able to work 2nd Shift.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident "Green Card" holder
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• This is a 2nd Shift position. Must be willing and able to work 2nd Shift.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English.
• Must be able to handle and manipulate small parts.
• Must be able to work from written instructions and supervisory direction.
• Must be able to complete written records appropriate to the job.
• Must have ability to satisfy soldering school requirements to applicable Military and/or Spec. Standards.
• Must have ability to meet vision requirements of the job.
• Must have ability to work with chemicals and have ability to use microscope for extended periods.
• Must have ability to conform to job-related safety and quality practices appropriate to the job.

What We Offer

• Excellent Pay
• Benefits

Learn More & Apply Now!

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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