Mechanical Assembler 2 - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with match and lifetime income

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Pet and home insurance options

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Assembler 2 in Jamestown, ND to support assembly and production. You will read blueprints, use hand and power tools, and ensure timely, accurate assembly of products in a hands-on environment.

The role emphasizes quality checks, safety, and collaboration to meet production goals, with potential benefits and career growth within the Collins Aerospace Operations team.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, or engineering drawings
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials to complete assembly tasks.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, air tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light machinery.
• Maintain an organized inventory of products and materials in workstations.
• Perform quality checks on assembled products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Identify and document product defects and perform rework or repairs as needed based on engineering specifications.
• Adhere to established safety procedures and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Support customer demands by ensuring timely and accurate assembly of products.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Perform tasks that require standing for extended periods up to 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 lbs.

Skills

Read blueprints

Interpret diagrams

Engineering drawings

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical education

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Light machinery

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-ND-JAMESTOWN-P1 ~ 2604 Highway 20 N ~ PLANT 1

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

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.

What You Will Do

As a Mechanical Assembler 2, you will play a key role in the assembly and production process, ensuring high-quality products that meet customer demands. You will work in a hands-on environment, utilizing your technical skills and attention to detail to contribute to the success of our operations.

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials to complete assembly tasks.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, air tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light machinery.
• Maintain an organized inventory of products and materials in workstations.
• Perform quality checks on assembled products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Identify and document product defects and perform rework or repairs as needed based on engineering specifications.
• Adhere to established safety procedures and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Support customer demands by ensuring timely and accurate assembly of products.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Perform tasks that require standing for extended periods up to 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, or engineering drawings.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in assembly or manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of using hand and power tools for assembly tasks.
• Familiarity with basic computer operations.
• Ability to support customer demands and work collaboratively in a team setting.

What We Offer Benefits

• 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!

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to 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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibilities. 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 this 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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