Machine Shop Helper Jobs in Hartford, CT (NOW HIRING)

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.

Operate machinery, perform subassembly, prep components for welding, and conduct inspections to manufacture environmental control system parts—all while ensuring workflow efficiency and strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety protocols.

What You Will Do:

• Set-up and operate a variety of conventional and CNC/NC equipment to perform machining operations to established methods and procedures.

• Set-up and perform bench assembly, pressure, leakage, and spin balance tests.

• Prepare and perform bench operations such as hand polishing, grit blasting, shop peening, deburring, tumbling, etching and grinding.

• Set-up and operate ovens for drying, aging and curing product.

• Prepare product for welding.

• Receive, unload, check, record, prepare, inventory, store, disburse and deliver a variety of materials, products and equipment.

• Maintain rough stores, cribs, gage cabinets, and point of use storage areas.  Order, organize and store such items as supplies, materials, chemicals and tools.

• Check work visually and dimensionally using required documentation to verify configurations, quality and identify nonconformance from workmanship of self and others.

• Participate in review, analysis and ordering of purchased parts and materials to ensure appropriate inventory levels.  Communicate with suppliers on delivery and quality concerns.

• Review open purchased and shop requirements.  Review regularly with internal suppliers and purchasing.  Coordinate and expedite deliveries as required.

• Process product for fluorescent and magnetic penetrant inspection. Read and analyze results.

• Check calibration of gages, instruments, and equipment in accordance with established procedures.  Perform temperature uniformity surveys.  Record and document as required.

• Prepare test pieces and micros using equipment such as grinders, cutters, sanders, polishers and mounting presses.

• Mix and apply bonding agents, coatings and chemicals.

• Perform periodic maintenance tasks, such as cleaning and lubricating fixtures and equipment, adding fluids, changing filters and tightening fasteners.

• Participate in audits of processes, procedures and work areas.

• Use computers and office equipment to record and process transactions.

• Utilize and maintain all necessary documentation such as logs, reports, charts, sampling plans, statistical process control records, and nonconformance documents.

• Instruct fellow employees in the proper performance of duties.

• Utilize statistical methods to monitor process control and capability.  Use data to investigate areas for potential process improvement.

• Improve processes and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support.

• Move parts and materials to designated locations in accordance with material flow procedures, and initiate follow-up lists.

• Keep equipment and surroundings neat, clean and organized.

• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.

• Work from operation sheets, drawings, shop travelers, and other written or verbal instructions. 

• Use a variety of measuring instruments such as verniers, and micrometers. 

• May be required to pass company required certifications such as industrial power equipment.

• 3rd Shift 12:00 am – 6:30 am Monday – Friday

• Training may take place on 1st or 2nd Shift for 2 months or more.

Qualifications We Require:

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

• 2 years of experience with setup and operating a variety of machine tools, such as lathes (manual), milling machines (manual), to machine precision components per specifications

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with manual machining

• Experience with blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings

• 4-6 years of relevant experience

• Experience applying Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles, including interpreting engineering drawings and tolerance schemes in a manufacturing or inspection environment

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.