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Join our team as a CNC Programmer and be at the forefront of precision manufacturing innovation in our Carroll, IA facility. In this critical role, youll develop complex multi-axis CNC programs and design tools and fixtures that drive operational excellence. Youll partner closely with operations, providing hands-on technical support to ensure all machining processes not only meet but exceed customer expectations for quality and performance. Your expertise will help us maintain high standards for productivity, quality, and continuous improvement. Youll also play a key role in advancing product development projects—delivering solutions on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.

What You Will Do:

• Use knowledge of manufacturing processes and machine methodology; provide detailed drawings or sketches as guidance for drafting personnel to complete process sequencing.
• Use knowledge of cutting tool technology, fixture design, machining, and CNC programming techniques, to establish best practices for production.
• Continuously work with Machinists to improve machining efficiencies.
• Responsible for the sustainment of standard machining techniques.
• Utilize lean manufacturing methods to enhance manufacturing efficiencies and reduce costs.
• Perform research for equipment acquisition; develop Return on Investment (ROI) reports for equipment acquisition justification.
• Develop manufacturing methods and work instructions on new products or new equipment to meet productivity and quality requirements.
• Ensure processes yield product that meets cost and quality expectations, with reliability and consistency.
• Assist in determining tools, jaws, speeds, feeds and fixtures to support manufacturing operations.
• Develop documentation to support machining programs using Computer Aided Manufacturing systems, to meet production expectations of productivity, quality and safety.
• Support training of Production machinists in support of knowledge base growth and development.
• Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers; share knowledge and lessons learned, and contribute to positive teamwork environment.
• Act as a troubleshooter for machining process / manufacturing problems.
• Resolve problems and work with Design Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Representatives, Product and Process Suppliers and customers to resolve issues.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.  Follow safety and environmental procedures and regulations.  Report safety and environmental incidents to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.  Accomplish related results as needed.

Qualifications We Require:

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• CNC programming experience using PartMaker CAD/CAM software for Swiss lathes
• Manufacturing shop floor experience
• Experience creating standard work instructions
• Continuous improvement experience with Lean, Six Sigma or CORE
• SAP experience
• Solidworks experience for tool and/or fixture design
• Proficient at Geometric Dimensioning/Tolerancing (GD&T)

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  
• And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! 

*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.

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The salary range for this role is 50,000 USD - 100,000 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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