Mechanical Assembler

Date Posted:
2026-03-05
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NC-WILSON-4200 4200 Airport Dr BLDG 4200
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

At Collins Aerospace, you'll have a hands-on role in building quality products that keep our customers flying safely. Are you ready to join an assembly team where craftsmanship, precision, and safety come first? As a Mechanical Assembler, you will work with a supportive team, learn essential manufacturing skills, and contribute to products that make a real impact. You'll gain experience with tools, machinery, and quality systems-all while advancing your technical capabilities in a fast-paced, safety-driven environment.

What YOU will do

• Set up workstations, assemble components, load parts, and operate basic tools and semi-automatic equipment.


• Follow procedures, routings, and written instructions accurately to produce high-quality parts with zero defects.


• Identify and escalate part defects, ensuring all products meet customer expectations, deadlines, and safety standards.


• Maintain a clean, organized work area and participate in daily/weekly/monthly cleaning and 5S activities.


• Rotate across workstations based on business needs to build versatility and support production flow.


• Participate in continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality.


• Complete all required training, maintain certifications, and stay compliant with quality systems and safety standards.


• Communicate effectively with leads and supervisors on status, issues, or conditions affecting quality or output.


• 1st Shift Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:00AM-3:30PM and work overtime, including weekends, as needed


• Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
  
  
  
  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 lbs. (As allowed by EH&S)
  
  
  • Must be able to work in a standing position up to 8 hours per day.
  
  

What YOU will learn

• Hands-on assembly skills, including tool usage, equipment operation, troubleshooting, and reading technical instructions.


• How to work within established quality systems and audit processes to deliver defect-free products.


• Broad exposure to continuous improvement, production operations, and cross-functional teamwork to support your long-term career growth.

Qualifications YOU Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications WE Prefer

• Previous manufacturing experience strongly preferred.


• Career Readiness Certification (CRC) preferred.


• Ability to interpret schematics, technical drawings, and assembly instructions.


• Ability to work effectively in a repetitive, fast-paced environment and meet production timelines.


• Strong communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from leads/supervisors.


• Intermediate computer skills and the ability to learn new software.


• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities.


• Understanding of the end use of the products being built.

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

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.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today.

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.

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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