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Date Posted:

2026-08-07

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

Senior Chemist – Materials Engineering & Manufacturing Support - Space Systems (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace is one of the world’s largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and defense products.  Within our Civil Space business, we have manufactured and actively maintain the fleet of spacesuits onboard the International Space Station, we supply Artemis missions with life support hardware (yes, including the “Space Toilet”), and we produce thermal control hardware for satellites and other specialized systems. We have an opening in our Chemistry Laboratory that we are looking to fill with an organized and personable candidate who will perform primarily analytical chemistry measurements.  Material identification (e.g. FTIR) and microbiology testing are also routinely performed in the role. The successful candidate will interact with an array of internal and external customers in a team-oriented environment supporting engineering and manufacturing of our products. Responsibilities will include:

• Operating and maintaining/troubleshooting analytical chemistry equipment that includes GC (FID, TC, MS), IC, ICP, UV-vis, FTIR, TOC analyzer, and Karl Fischer titrator.
• Performing wet chemistry, including titrations and chemical processing, to assist in the manufacture and testing of hardware.
• Applying analytical chemistry knowledge to develop and refine test methods to drive accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency in measurements/analysis. 
• Collecting and analyzing fluid, residue, and debris samples from hardware, including use of aseptic techniques for microbial enumeration (training to be provided for microbial analysis techniques). 
• Identifying unknown materials (foreign object debris) and assisting in investigations of out-of-specification hardware. 
• Managing inventory of supplies, reagents, standards, and other chemicals. 
• Observing good laboratory practices and maintaining a safe, clean work area.  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with NASA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per NASA’s regulation SUBPART 1835.5 Drug- Free Workforce

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• At least 2 years of analytical chemistry experience

Collins Aerospace is actively involved in the pursuit of the next frontiers as a preeminent supplier and partner to a growing number of participants in the space exploration and satellite markets.  Come work with a team of talented individuals who collaborate to solve tough challenges in the design and manufacture of complex systems and take your career to exciting new places with growth opportunities available to motivated individuals. 

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

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  
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

*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. 

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.   

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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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. 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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