Milling Mach Operator - 3rd Shift

Date Posted:

2025-09-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HCA22: Aerostructures -Riverside 8200 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA, 92503 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is looking to hire a Milling Machine Operator for the Riverside, CA facility. In this role, you will set up and operate various types of numerically controlled milling machines to perform machining operations on composite and metal bonded assemblies, honeycomb, tooling, experimental, developmental and production parts.

This position is working onsite at our Riverside, CA facility.

This is a 3rd Shift Position: 11:30pm – 6:30am Monday-Friday

What you will do:

• You will be part of the IAM Local 964 union.
• Please click here to review the full union job description:file:///C:/Users/c95019448/Downloads/Assembler (full JD) for External Posting.pdf
• Set up and operates all types of numerically controlled multi-axis milling machines, exercising a thorough knowledge of various types of machine control units and systems.
• Mount holding fixtures and set up targets to worktables; position, align and fasten parts in fixtures, chucks or directly to worktables; mount cutters to spindles.
• Load or activate control units, make required control settings, and align spindles to set up targets using dial indicators as required.
• Make intermediate set-ups and cutter changes as programmed.
• Select and hone cutting tools and cutters to specifications using safety precautions.
• Observe machining process and watch for functional variations in machine or control units and notifies supervision of malfunctions.
• Make periodic checks on parts to ensure dimensional accuracy to establish cutter change cycle.
• Verify new cutter accuracy by making comparison checks after cutter change.
• Perform close tolerance conventional milling operations such as milling compound angles, multiple angles, radii, keyway cutting, slotting, slabbing, etc.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, or other authorized documents.
• Assist programming personnel to check control units for logic errors and machine functionally.
• Use overhead cranes and Forklift (PIV) in conjunction with the work described herein.
• Follow standard work instructions and maintain traceability through accurate record keeping.
• Use the necessary equipment, tools and materials required to perform the work described herein.
• May be assigned to carry out tasks not specifically listed within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual’s skills.
• Follow safe work practice and comply with company policy and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS Diploma with a minimum of 2 years of relevant Machining experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 2 or more years of experience operating numerically controlled multi-axis milling machines.
• 2 or more years of experience using machine hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• 2 or more years of experience reading and interpret blueprints, sketches, and other manufacturing outline documents.
• General computer Microsoft Office/Word/Excel Experience

Qualifications we prefer:

• 2 or more years of experience working effectively in a team environment.
• 2 or more years of experience follow written and verbal instruction

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Employee Scholar program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services
• And more!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable, and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• 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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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.

The salary range for this role is $24.40 - $52.13 per hour. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills

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.

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