Production Worker I - Detcord 2nd Shift

RTX (Raytheon); Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

RTX (Raytheon) in Fairfield, CA is seeking an onsite assembler to set up and assemble parts. You will demonstrate proper use of hand and machine tools, read procedures, and ensure parts meet quality standards and deadlines.

Qualifications include a HS diploma and the ability to obtain ATF access; preferred experience includes manufacturing and familiarity with Citrix, SAP, Word, and Excel. Comprehensive benefits are offered, with relocation assistance optional.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
• Ability to obtain and maintain ATF access

Responsibilities

• Set up and assemble parts
• Demonstrate proper use of simple hand and machine tools
• Read and follow procedures, routing, and work instructions
• Ensure parts meet customer deadlines and quality standards
• Participate in audits and continuous improvement activities
• Maintain clean and orderly work area

Skills

ATF access

Citrix

SAP

Word

Excel

Education

HS diploma

Job description

About the Company

At RTX, the world 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: Monday-Thursday 4:00pm to 2:30am with overtime on a business need basis.

What You Will Do:

• Set up and assemble parts
• Demonstrate proper use of simple hand and machine tools.
• Accurately read and follow procedures, routing and other work instructions.
• Responsible for quality product standards with no defects.
• Ensure creation of parts meet customer deadlines and expectations.
• Stay in compliance with applicable elements of quality systems.
• Participate in cost reduction plans and continuous improvement plans/events as required.
• Participate in audits.
• Acquires applicable skill/knowledge/certifications as required.
• Maintains materials, equipment, and work area in clean and orderly condition.
• Examines methods and results for conformance to standards and reinstruct as required.
• Report to lead or supervisor on work progress and updates including conditions surrounding failures to meet quality standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Access (ATF)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience using Citrix, SAP, Word and Excel

What We Offer:

• 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 illness insurance, 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!

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

Date Posted: 2026-09-16

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

The salary range for this role is $35,537 to $66,651 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate repres