Welding Technician III, 3rd 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

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Windsor Locks, CT is seeking a manufacturing welder to operate fusion welding, brazing, and cutting equipment on a 3rd shift schedule. You will follow specifications, blueprints and write-ups to produce heat exchangers and environmental control system components, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Requirements include 1–2 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Work from specifications, sketches, orders, blueprints and other instructions within established methods and procedures.
• Perform fusion welding, salt braze torch braze, plasma cutting, electric-arc, heli-arc, and acetylene welding processes.
• Ensure all documentation including specifications and tools are quality compliant and traceable.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Participate in audits of processes, procedures and work areas.
• Responsible for own work and output.
• Move parts and materials to designated locations following normal material flow procedures.
• Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Quality compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Location

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

Date Posted

2026-08-14

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

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.

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

Operate various welding, soldering and brazing equipment to manufacture heat exchangers, water separators and environmental control system components while practicing and complying with environmental health and safety directions and procedures.

What You Will Do

• Work from various instructions such as specifications, sketches, technical orders, blueprints and other written and verbal instructions within established methods and procedures.
• Perform fusion welding, salt braze torch braze, plasma cutting, electric-arc, heli-arc, and acetylene welding processes.
• Ensure that all documentation including specifications, blueprints and applicable tools, gages and fixtures are quality compliant and traceable.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Participate in audits of processes, procedures and work areas.
• Responsible for own work.
• Move parts and materials to designate locations in accordance with normal material flow procedures.
• Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.
• Perform related duties as required within the scope and skill level of this job function.
• 3rd Shift: 12am to 6:30am, Monday to Friday.
• Training may take place on 1st, 2nd Shift, or 3rd Shift for up to 3 months.

What You Will Learn

• Operating within Lean Manufacturing method.
• Welding in accordance tight specifications and tolerance in the aerospace.
• Cross-functional collaboration through various types of manufacturing and processes.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 1-2 years relevant experience.
• High school diploma or GED

Qualifications We Prefer

• Production welding Experience
• Experience with TIG and Aluminum welding
• Experience in the aerospace industry
• 5-7 years of relevant experience

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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.