Fabrication Technician III (Inspector), 3rd Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-05

Country:

United States of America Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A

~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

A 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. Plan, set-up, and perform a variety of processes to maintain the flow of work to manufacture heat exchangers, water separators and other environmental control system components while practicing and complying with environmental health and safety directions and procedures.

What You Will Do:

Plan, set-up, prepare and perform fabrication, assembly, test and associated precision fabrication processes. Plan, set-up and operate a variety of tools and equipment such as power presses, band saws, belt sanders, expanders, and power shears to cut, form, trim, fit, roll, bend, drill and saw material to fabricate detail parts following established methods and procedures. Plan, set-up, and perform resistance spot welding and salt braze processes. Operate a variety of conventional and CNC/NC equipment to perform milling, drilling and turning operations to established methods and procedures. Plan, set-up, edit programs, and operate various presses and lasers to cut and form details. Plan, set-up, and perform pressure, leakage and functional tests. Plan, set-up and operate furnaces for processes such as drying, annealing, aging and curing product. Receive, unload, check, record, prepare, inventory, store, disburse, and deliver a variety of materials, products and equipment. Maintain rough stores, cribs, gage cabinets, and point of use storage areas. Order, organize, and store such items as supplies, materials, chemicals and tools. Safety wire, prepare product, make and apply nameplates and package for shipment. Fabricate and repair containers. Participate in review, analysis and ordering of purchased parts and materials to ensure appropriate inventory levels. Communicate with suppliers on delivery and quality concerns. Review open purchasing and shop part requirements. Review regularly with internal suppliers and purchasing. Coordinate and expedite deliveries as required. Perform visual, dimensional and functional inspection using variable measuring instruments such as micrometers, verniers and checking fixtures. Mix and apply bonding agents, coatings and chemicals. Check calibration of gages, instruments and equipment in accordance with established procedures. Record and document as required. Prepare test pieces and micros using equipment such as grinders, cutters, sanders, polishers and mounting presses. Sharpen or modify tools, make up simple forming dies, tooling and templates. Perform periodic maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating fixtures and equipment, adding fluids, charging filters and tightening hardware. Participate in audits of processes, procedure and work areas. Use computers and office equipment to record and process transactions. Utilize and maintain all necessary documentation such as logs, reports, charts, sampling plans, statistical process control records and nonconformance documents. Instruct one or two fellow employees in proper performance of duties. Utilize statistical methods to monitor process control and capability. Use data to investigate areas for potential process improvement. Improve processes and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support. Move parts and materials to designated locations in accordance with material flow procedures, and initiate follow-up lists. Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized. Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function. 3rd

Shift:

12am to 7am, Monday to Friday. Training may take place on 1st, 2nd Shift, or 3rd Shift for up to 3 months.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Must have a high school diploma or

GED. 1-2

years of experience in quality control and inspection processes. Prior use of air tools and fixtures to set-up parts for welding and understanding of location gages such vernier calipers and depth micrometers.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Sheet metal working skills such as grinding, bending, cut-off tools, polishing, deburring. Experience completing pressure test, assembly of Heli coils, riveting, and spot welding. 5-7 years of relevant experience in quality control and inspection processes. Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and other quality assurance methodologies. Experience with the use of precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.

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 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! Learn More & Apply Now! We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

• 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.

Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day. #TopOpps #P&CPM 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses

• Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.