Special Process Technician IV, 2nd Shift (Onsite)

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Date Posted: 2026-08-21 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'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. 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 amTraining 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: • HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) • Experience with painting in an aerospace or automotive setting. • Experience with electroplating. • US Citizen Qualifications We Prefer: • Experience with heat treating • Experience with measuring equipment such as micrometers and verniers. • Experience working in a manufacturing setting. 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! 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. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-perso