Surface Treatment I, 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Surface Treatment I to oversee finishing of aircraft components critical to aerodynamics, noise reduction, and efficiency. This onsite role in Foley, AL supports OEM work for major manufacturers and involves finishing, sealing, and testing components.

Hours are 6:30 AM to 3 PM, Monday through Friday, with potential varying shifts and overtime. Candidates must be U.S. authorized to work without sponsorship; relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED (US) or equivalent with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Experience reading blueprints or specifications is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math and inspect own work.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprint specifications, SRMs and shop orders to determine area to seal and painted.
• Stir mixture with shaker machine or mix by hand.
• Apply cleaning solvent or other solution to surfaces.
• Prepare, roughen, and coat surfaces with primers and sealants.
• Complete seal tests and water testing of components.
• Install small parts, foam pockets, or Velcro and dispose of hazardous materials.
• Mask areas for application and adapt to varying shifts including nights and overtime.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math calculations

Self-inspection / audit

Reading and following work orders

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Collins Aerospace is seeking applicants for the Surface Treatment I to oversee the finishing of aircraft components that are essential to aerodynamics, noise reduction, airflow efficiency, and landing deceleration on our OEM side of the business. Your work will contribute to the delivery of airplane technology to the largest manufacturers in the world.

This position is onsite at Foley, AL. Relocation is not available for this position. Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM - 3 PM.

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required.

Security Clearance Status: Not Required.

Position Role Type: Onsite.

What You Will Do

• Read and interpret blueprint specifications, SRM's and shop orders to determine area to be sealed and painted.
• Stir mixture with shaker machine or mix by hand.
• Apply cleaning solvent or other solution to interior and exterior surfaces.
• Clean and roughen the surface of objects to be coated.
• Apply paint primers, clear coat, sealants or adhesives.
• Complete seal and water testing of components.
• Install foam pockets, seal caps or Velcro.
• Install and seal small detail parts or small sub-assemblies.
• Dispose of hazardous material.
• Mask area for application.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Able to work varying shifts, including but not limited to nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime as required
• Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, protective clothing, arm sleeves, dust mask, gloves (rubber or latex) and other PPE as needed for 8+ hours per day.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior paint or processor experience is a plus along with blueprint and/or specification reading skills.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand work instructions both verbal and written, perform basic math calculations and conduct self-inspection / audit.
• Able to work varying shifts, including but not limited to nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime as required

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!

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.

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.

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.