Mechanical Assembler I - 1st Shift

RTX; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RTX offers a full-time onsite role in Wilson, NC, requiring a high school diploma or GED and a willingness to learn assembly and quality processes. You will setup, assemble, and load parts, read schematics, and follow detailed work instructions while maintaining safety and quality standards to meet customer deadlines.

The position involves rotating through workstations, applying EH&S policies, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Career Readiness Certification (CRC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, assemble, and load parts.
• Use basic hand and machine tools with basic troubleshooting.
• Read and follow procedures, routings, and work instructions.
• Maintain product quality to meet defects-free standards.
• Meet customer deadlines while upholding safety and quality.

Skills

Read schematics

Attention to quality

Teamwork

Basic hand tools

Safety conscious

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-23

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. 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

At RTX, the world 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.

This is a 1st shift position with the following hours: Monday-Friday; 7:00 AM-3:00 PM (Overtime may be required)

What You Will Do:

• Learn to set up, assemble, and load parts.


• Demonstrate proper use of simple hand and machine tools with basic troubleshooting around machine set up and function.


• Learn to accurately read and follow procedures, routing, and other work instructions.


• Responsible for quality product standards with no defects. Able to identify part defects and elevate as needed.


• Responsible for building parts that meet customer deadlines and expectations while maintaining established safety and quality standards.


• Responsible to comply with applicable elements of quality systems and have working knowledge of how they apply to the product being produced.


• Participate in cost reduction plans and continuous improvement plans/events, as required.


• Participate in audits with positive communication practices.


• Acquire applicable skill/knowledge/certifications as required. Responsible for tracking and staying compliant with site training and recertification requirements.


• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition. Responsible for participating in Daily, Weekly, and Monthly cleaning activities.


• Rotate to different workstations throughout shift as business needs change.


• Complete assigned tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills.


• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and re-instruct as required.


• Report to lead or supervisor on work progress and updates including conditions surrounding failures to meet quality standards.


• Must be able to stand for 8+ hours.


• Must be available for overtime, including extended workdays and weekends.


• Comply with EH&S policies and procedures at all times, including wearing appropriate PPE.


• Attend EH&S trainings as required.


• Report unsafe practices and/or conditions to the appropriate individuals to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.


• Recommend improvements to EH&S practices to create a safer workplace.


• Successfully complete training modules associated with job grade.


• Interpret schematics and/or technical drawings and follow assembly instruction.

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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.


• Career Readiness Certification (CRC) strongly preferred.

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 ca