Manufacturing Operations Technician

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Date Posted: 2026-09-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-CHESHIRE-250 ~ 250 Knotter Dr ~ GOODRICH CORP 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's 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. This Manufacturing Operations Technician will be responsible for technical support of operations in the Multisensor Department. This position supports troubleshooting and processing of non-conformances while providing production employees with guidance and training. What You Will Do • Perform technical tasks based on written or verbal instructions. • Utilize technical assets such as microelectronic, electronic, optical, electro-optical, mechanical, or electromechanical equipment, including computers and lasers. • Perform advanced troubleshooting, calibration or modification of hardware, fixtures, and software. • Participate on and/or lead project teams. • Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance and use of complex products, devices, tests, or procedures under constantly changing conditions where moderate ingenuity and judgments are required. • Design simple circuits, fixtures, or mechanical parts. • Provide technical solutions to engineering. • Participate on safety initiatives. Manufacturing Activities • Support manufacturing activities through the resolution of production problems, fabrication of complex hardware, equipment and training. • Self- manage workflow throughout area with minimal guidance, to achieve team goals. • Identify and correct minor process, material, design, or equipment problems. • Actively participate in material review activities including troubleshooting of non-conformances. • Perform mid-level (moderately complex) testing or mechanical operations on production/repair hardware including troubleshooting to component level. • Provide skill specific training to improve technique and/or understanding of theory of operation. • Fabricate complex equipment, hardware or prototypes. Documentation • Generate reports from test results and communicate results or take immediate corrective action to assure proper disposition of items in question. • Write test procedures and manufacturing work instruction for complex or detailed assembly or test operations. • Utilize multiple databases to create/use necessary information to provide information for decision making requiring judgment. Technical Asset Management • Manage technical assets which requires support from personnel, outside sources, and other functional groups to complete tasks. • Requisition, manage, and maintain technical assets. • Provides tooling, fixture, software and equipment design and maintenance, as well as troubleshooting. Qualifications You Must Have • Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years relevant experience • Must have experience troubleshooting and the ability to interpret schematics • Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding customer expectations or SLAs • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations • Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes: • 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! Learn More & Apply Now!​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. Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologica