Machinist III - 3rd Shift

Date Posted:

2025-11-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HMN01: S&IS (Sensors) - Burnsville 14300 Judicial Rd, Burnsville, MN, 55306 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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

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. 

3rd Shift Schedule:  Friday - Sunday, 6:00am-6:30pm  

*Training is required during first shift (Monday – Friday 6:30am – 3pm) for the first 2 - 3 months.*

What You Will Do:

• Production Machining
• Capable of set-ups, inspections, blueprint reading, and production processes.
• Set up machines to perform operations within its capability by positioning, aligning, securing work, utilizing, and adapting appropriate tools.
• Demonstrate the analytical skills that are necessary for machine adjustments and performing the machining process. 
• Demonstrate proper use of inspection equipment including indicators, micrometers, calipers, and surface plates.
• Inspect and certify own work.
• Work independent with minimal support for problem solving.
• Upkeep of production equipment.
• Perform daily, quarterly, annual PM on equipment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically a HS diploma with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Machinist Technical School Certificate/Diploma.
• 2+ years of CNC Mill/Lathe experience.
• Mazak Mazatrol experience.
• Production manufacturing experience.
• Current holder of U.S. government issued security clearance
• Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks.  
• Proficiency in reading and understanding blueprint and technical documentation. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.    
• Collins Enterprise Values including Safety | Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.    

What We Offer:

3rd Shift Schedule: 

Friday - Sunday, 6:00am-6:30pm  

*Training is required during first shift (Monday – Friday 6:30am – 3pm) for the first 2 - 3 months.*

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
• Employee Scholar Program, tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal
• Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions
• Incentives for a Healthy You
• Bright Horizons, back-up child / elder care and college coach resources
• Autism Benefit
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Adoption Assistance
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!  

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.  

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today. 

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 hourly range for this role is $21.38 - $40.10. The hourly 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. 

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.

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