Job Description

Fabrication Operator I

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace is seeking a Fabrication Operator I to join the Carbon Brake Team in Santa Fe Springs, CA. We create and ship out new carbon for aviation braking systems. You will have the opportunity to be trained to set up the press with die cutters to cut carbon fabric, apply resin to carbon fabric, and load the hydraulic press with composite carbon and run.

Work Schedule

• Second Shift; Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

What You Will Do

• Learn the steps of the carbon brake fabrication process for loading/unloading laid up carbon composite preforms into hydraulic presses
• Apply phenolic resin to carbon fabric
• Use handheld scanners to track all parts
• Precisely measure using the standard measuring instruments and scales
• Acquire proficiency in use of MES (Manufacturing Execution System) to enter data at the corresponding steps of the fabrication process
• Follow steps and procedures of the SOP (Standard Operating Procedure), WI (Work Instructions), and part drawings
• Communicate potential mechanical or safety issues to your manager and lead
• Learn to operate Forklift and/or Big Joe to place preforms on pallets
• Use basic to intermediate computer skills

What You Will Learn

• You will gain knowledge of all pertinent customer and company specifications including but not limited to international standards relating to the production of carbon-carbon brake components & company policies.
• You will Learn how to operate support equipment such as: Forklifts, Hydraulic Press, Power Tools, etc.
• You will complete a department training program in the time allotted.

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS diploma (or equivalent) or in absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant work experience is required
• Must be a U.S. Person
• Ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Manufacturing or similar industry related experience
• Experience operating forklift
• Experience operating hydraulic press

What We Offer

• 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!

Additional Perks

• Starting at 3-weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more
• Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program
• 401 (k) match program
• On-site fitness equipment

Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day!

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