Mechanical Repair Technician I

Date Posted : 2025-10-27

Country :

United States of America

Location :

HCA06 : Wheels & Brakes - LA Serv Ctr 9920 Freeman Ave , Santa Fe Springs, CA, 90670 USA

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 :

None / Not RequiredAre you passionate about ensuring the safe taking off and landing of airplanes? Collins Aerospace Maintenance Repairs Operation site in Santa Fe Springs California is seeking an Entry-Level Mechanical Repair Technician. You will be responsible for performing complete operation checkouts, modifications and repair correction of problems . You will have the opportunity to repair critical components that make flying possible and safe for you, your loved ones, and for travelers around the world. If you have mechanical skills, consider joining our team.

What You Will Do :

Work Onsite at our Sana Fe Springs, CA Location

Work Hours Monday – Friday (5 : 30am-2pm) with occasional overtime work.

Conducts inspection of incoming assemblies and components according to procedures and technical data

Sets up repair and test facilities.

Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.

Repair as necessary identified units that fail test or tolerance levels.

Assembles fabricated parts, components, or units at floor stations.

Use hand and power tools for part and component assembly.

Ensure short cycle time repairs and returns ensuring quality processes.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have :

Typically a High School diploma or GED is required

Qualifications We Prefer :

Basic Computer skills for documenting repairs and following work instructions.

Basic experience operating hand tools, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and test equipment

Experience with measuring tools such as : micrometers, calipers, height gage, hydraulic gages, etc.

Accurately read and interpret blueprints and overhaul manuals for assembly purposes

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!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo, and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable, and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

The salary range for this role is $40,770 to $65,000.00. The salary range 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

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.