3rd Shift_ Heat Treat Technician_ Onsite

Date Posted:

2026-06-18



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-NY-ROME-104 ~ 104 Otis St ~ OTIS



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

At RTX, the world's 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.

What You Will Do:

• Performs heat treat operations such as hardening, tempering, annealing, stress relief, shrinking operations on ferrous and non-ferrous parts and tools, and maraging of metals.
• Specific Responsibilities:
• Reads route sheet to determine sequence of operations, furnace conditions required, and necessary equipment
• Sets furnace atmosphere, temperature and recording instruments by adjusting gas mixture or electrical controls for correct furnace condition
• Spaces parts properly and loads furnace.
• Determines when furnace has reached prescribed heat, fixture parts, load parts , removes parts and allows parts to cool in air
• Operates sandblaster to clean parts for hardness test
• Degreases parts when necessary
• Observes charts and gages to assure maintenance of temperature and atmosphere and makes necessary adjustments
• Performs in-process inspection as a certified operator
• Records order identifying information and time of starting heat treat process on chart and process route sheet
• Performs computer transactions
• Cleans machines
• General housekeeping

Qualifications We Require:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably technical school background, and demonstration of basic educational competencies (reading, writing).
• Blueprint and routing reading and comprehension
• Competent with hand tools and experienced with heat treat equipment
• Basic computer skills such as log on, data entry and retrieval
• Obtain certifications and qualifications required to perform job

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Basic knowledge of metallurgy, measuring and gauging parts
• Proficient with hand tools

Team Competencies:

Action Oriented:

• Enjoys working hard and does what is necessary to get the job done; energetic and enthusiastic for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum amount of planning; seizes more opportunities than others. Identifies and recommends process improvements.

• Effectively copes with change, able to shift gears comfortably.

• Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.

Interpersonal Skills/Teamwork:

• Relates well to all kinds of people, effectively works as a team

• member to meet customer expectations and team goals.

• Builds constructive and effective relationships with co-workers.

• Successfully trains and assist others.

• Uses diplomacy and tact.

• Is a positive influence on the team

• Contributes/supports our culture of respect.

Quality of Work:

• Produces a quality product with little/no rework, scrap or customer returns.

• Strictly adheres to proper procedures (e.g. prints, work instructions).

• Supports and participates in work/process improvements.

Functional/Technical Skills:

• Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a

• high level of accomplishment.

• Can learn new skills, products and processes quickly.

• Actively seeks opportunities to learn new skills.

• Interested in the products and processes of other teams and volunteers to work with them when the need arises.

OTHER KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS:

SAFETY:

• Knows and follows established environmental, health and safety procedures, including proper disposal of wastes (chemical and non chemical), use of emission controls, (i.e., spray booth filters) and operation of environmental-control equipment.

• Uses/wears proper safety equipment (i.e., safety glasses, shoes, hoists and other lifting or moving equipment).

• Maintains housekeeping in work area.

• Brings environmental, health and safety issues, unsafe acts, and safety improvement suggestions to management's attention or corrects as appropriate.

• Promptly reports accidents or injuries to management and EH&S team.

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. 

 
The salary range for this role is $31.43/hr. The salary rate 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.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

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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