Special Process Technician - IV, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee life & disability insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace located in Windsor Locks is seeking a plating technician to prepare parts for plating, operate line equipment, and perform painting tasks on a 2nd shift schedule. The role includes heating, blasting, inspection and routine maintenance across the plating process.

The candidate will use micrometers, verniers and hardness testers, and perform non-destructive tests as required. U.S. citizenship is required and onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• One to three years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for plating.
• Operate plating line equipment.
• Prepare and paint parts.
• Operate vapor, sand or dry blasting machines to prepare parts for production.
• Operate ovens, furnaces and induction machines to heat treat parts.
• Use gauges such as micrometers, verniers and hardness testers to make measurements and perform hardness checks.
• Perform various non‑destructive test operations including magnetic particle inspection, fluorescent penetrant inspection, dye check and eddy current inspection.
• Monitor alarm and video system in the Waste Treatment Plant during absence of operators.
• Maintain equipment on a periodic basis such as cleaning fixtures, equipment and tanks, and changing filter and light bulbs.
• Maintain crib, gage cabinet and operation sheets. Update log books. Coordinate priorities with various production lines.
• Instruct one or two fellow employees in proper performance of duties.
• Move parts and materials to designated locations.
• Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.
• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.

Job description

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Date Posted: 2026-10-30

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

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

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Plate, paint, heat treat, inspect and operate abrasive equipment to manufacture parts following established methods and procedures to maintain flow of work under prevalent material handling system while practicing and complying with environmental, health and safety directions and procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare parts for plating.
• Operate plating line equipment.
• Prepare and paint parts.
• Operate vapor, sand or dry blasting machines to prepare parts for production.
• Operate ovens, furnaces and induction machines to heat treat parts.
• Use gages such as micrometers, verniers and hardness testers to make measurements and perform hardness checks.
• Perform various non‑destructive test operations including magnetic particle inspection, fluorescent penetrant inspection, dye check and eddy current inspection.
• Monitor alarm and video system in the Waste Treatment Plant during absence of operators.
• Maintain equipment on a periodic basis such as cleaning fixtures, equipment and tanks, and changing filter and light bulbs.
• Maintain crib, gage cabinet and operation sheets. Update log books. Coordinate priorities with various production lines.
• Instruct one or two fellow employees in proper performance of duties.
• Move parts and materials to designated locations.
• Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.
• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.
• 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday, 3:30 pm – 12:00 am
• Training Schedule: Mandatory training will take place on 1st or 2nd shift until management deems the employee is able to work independently and unsupervised. At that time, the employee will move to 2nd shift. We anticipate the training to be up to 4 months.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• One to three years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with painting in an aerospace or automotive setting.
• Experience with measuring equipment such as micrometers and verniers.
• Experience with electroplating.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
• 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!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

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

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.

The salary range for this role $36.46 - $45.80 per hour; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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.

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.

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