Manufacturing Technician

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain specialized CNC/NC machines including PUMA lathes, Makino milling, and various grinding and hobbing machines.
• Perform precision machining to tight aerospace tolerances in compliance with blueprints, GD&T standards, and customer requirements.
• Provide OJT coaching, mentoring, and competency validation to build skills during brownfield transition periods.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to refine processes, validate tooling, and improve work instructions.
• Set up and operate precision measuring equipment such as Taylor Hobson and Wenzel CMMs to ensure first-pass quality.
• Maintain accurate shop travelers, inspection records, and production documentation.
• Support brownfield ramp-up by executing machining operations for transferred parts and providing feedback on process documentation.

Requirements

• NITEC or Higher NITEC in Precision Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in a precision engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work weekly rotating shifts.
• Basic command of written and spoken English.

About the Company

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.