2nd Shift Mechanical Repair Technician I (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with matching and

Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Survey and Repair technician II for the Opa Locka, Florida facility. This onsite role performs overhaul, rework, and repair tasks on aircraft equipment to maintain workflow. The position is 100% onsite in Opa Locka, FL, with a 2nd shift from 2:45pm to 11:15pm, Monday–Friday, and overtime as needed.

Training will occur for 4–8 weeks on First Shift (5:45am–2:15pm). Responsibilities include assembly tasks, precision measurement, and final inspection of bushings and

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.
• Ability to work 2nd shift hours.
• Ability to interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Install bushings, bearings, sleeves, and metal shims on aircraft components per overhaul manuals.
• Use close tolerance measuring instruments to verify CMM specs.
• Operate honing machinery and swaging-related equipment.

Skills

HS diploma

2nd shift

Blueprints

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted

2026-10-28

Country

United States of America

Location

US-FL-OPA LOCKA-3201 ~ 3201 NW 167th St ~ NW 167TH

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: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status

Not Required

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

We are a global leader in advanced aerospace and defense solutions, designs and produces high‑quality mechanical systems that support safe, reliable air travel.

Position

Our Landing Systems division is seeking a Survey and Repair technician II for the Opa Locka, Florida facility. This position performs various overhaul, rework, repair, and associated operations on aircraft equipment and components in both standard and non-standard environments to maintain flow of work.

Position is 100% onsite at our Opa Locka (Miami), FL.

Work Shift

Second Shift is 2:45pm- 11:15pm AM Monday – Friday.

Overtime as business needs determine.

Training will take place for 4-8 weeks on First Shift, 5:45am - 2:15 pm, Monday – Friday.

What You Will Do

• Install bushings, bearings, sleeves, and metal shims on all aircraft programs according to the overhaul manual specifications, using machinery and hydraulic presses.
• Utilize close tolerance measuring instruments to assure compliance with CMM specifications.
• Operate honing machinery and devices, including mill machinery for swaging of bearings.
• Utilize close tolerance measuring instruments to assure compliance with CMM specifications.
• Perform final inspection and stocking of bushings.
• Execute bush bore functions utilizing light machining. (Lathe/bush work)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.
• Ability to work 2nd shift hours.
• Ability to interpret blueprints.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ability to use all necessary close tolerance measurement instruments with proficiency.
• Experience with SAP.
• Experience in honing or turret lathe operation.
• Continuous Improvement training.

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 illnessinsurance, 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!

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!

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

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.

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

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.

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 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.