Surface Treatment I, 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX•Foley, AL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Surface Treatment I to oversee the finishing of aircraft components on the OEM side of its business. The components support aerodynamics, noise reduction, airflow efficiency, and landing deceleration. This onsite position is based in Foley, Alabama, and relocation is not available. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The role involves interpreting blueprints, Structural Repair Manuals (SRMs), and shop orders; preparing, cleaning, masking, sealing, and painting component surfaces; installing small parts and subassemblies; testing completed components; and properly disposing of hazardous materials. The employee must be able to use required personal protective equipment for eight or more hours per day and lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Work may require varying shifts, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (such as a GED in the United States), or vocational/technical education in a related discipline.
At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Ability to use personal protective equipment, including safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, protective clothing, arm sleeves, dust mask, and rubber or latex gloves, for 8 or more hours per day.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and overtime as required.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future company immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Prior paint or processor experience.
Blueprint and/or specification reading skills.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand verbal and written work instructions.
Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Ability to conduct self-inspection and audits.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprint specifications, SRMs, and shop orders to determine areas to be sealed and painted.
Stir mixtures using a shaker machine or mix them by hand.
Apply cleaning solvent or other solutions to interior and exterior surfaces.
Clean and roughen surfaces of objects to be coated.
Apply paint primers, clear coat, sealants, or adhesives.
Complete seal and water testing of components.
Install foam pockets, seal caps, or Velcro.
Install and seal small detail parts or small subassemblies.
Dispose of hazardous material.
Mask areas for application.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal coverage, and identity theft protection.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning benefits.
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.
Potential eligibility for short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and holidays; specific benefits depend on the business unit and any applicable collective-bargaining agreement.
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.