Date Posted:
2026-09-18
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
Collins Aerospace is seeking a CNC Machinist for our Chula Vista, CA location.
At RTX, the world 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.
This position works in a primarily onsite capacity at Chula Vista, CA and will be part of the IAM Local 755.
Work hours will be Monday - Friday, Day-Time Shift – 6:30AM – 3:00PM PST
What You Will Do
Plans the sequence of progressive operations by working from blueprints, sketches and routing.
Determines sequence of operations to minimize amount of machining on CNC VMC
Sets up VMC to perform any operation within its capability by positioning, aligning and securing work, improvising and adapting existing tooling and other machining aids
Determines operations to be performed, dimensions and tolerances, cutting tools to be used to minimize required machining operations
May perform cutter preset tasks as required
Determines, sets and adjust feeds, speeds, depths, stops, and performs minor oiling as necessary
May use pneumatic tools to perform basic surface grinding
Grinds tools, drill bits and special purpose tools
Sets up and operates conventional and numerically controlled machines, such as but not limited to drill press, manual lathe, manual milling machine and CNC VMC to completely and independently produce tooling, maintenance, developmental and production parts
Lays out all lines necessary to ascertain machineability and subsequently all lines required to complete machining of production, tooling and developmental specifications
Installs special bushings, inserts, etc. as required
Performs identification
Uses overhead crane in conjunction with the work described herein
Maintain good shop practice and clean workstation/environment
Uses experience and knowledge to assist other operators
Qualifications You Must Have
AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant machining experience OR HS diploma, GED and 6 years of relevant experience is required
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) and specifications
Experience with setup and programming of CNC VMC
Experience working with aerospace grade alloys such as Inconel and Titanium
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience as a CNC setup machinist (ideally on VMC style machines)
Tool and Die maker experience
Proficient in manual G-Code programming and CAM software, certifications are a plus
Experience with precision machining setup and fixturing
Experience with precision boring/reaming…