Mechanical Assembler II - 1st Shift

Collins Aerospace; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Assembler for on-site work in Bohemia, NY. You will assemble, test, and inspect products, following blueprints, specifications, and BOMs.

Strong reading of technical drawings, precise tool use, and attention to quality are essential. Responsibilities include inventory maintenance, quality checks, proper rework per engineering changes, and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) with 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow work instructions, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Operate hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light equipment safely.
• Maintain organized inventory of products at workstations.
• Perform quality checks and identify defects; rework per engineering changes.
• Adhere to quality standards and safety procedures; keep work area clean.
• Lift up to 25 lbs and stand up to 8 hours per day.
• Read and interpret technical documents and drawings; use tools proficiently.
• Troubleshoot and rework as needed; ensure high-quality assembly.

Skills

Read blueprints

Blueprint interpretation

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Power tools

Job description

Location

US-NY-BOHEMIA-355 ~ 355 Knickerbocker Ave ~ KNICKERBOCKER

Date Posted

2026-09-14

Country

United States of America

Location

US-NY-BOHEMIA-355 ~ 355 Knickerbocker Ave ~ KNICKERBOCKER

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

As a Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Assembler, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including assembly, testing, fabrication, and inspection of products in both standard and non-standard environments. Your role is crucial in maintaining the flow of work and ensuring high-quality output.

What will you do

Blueprint Reading and Interpretation

• Read, interpret, and follow work instructions, blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Utilize written instructions to accurately complete assembly tasks.

Tool Operation

• Operate hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light equipment efficiently and safely.

Inventory Management

• Maintain an organized inventory of products in workstations, ensuring all necessary materials are available and accounted for.

Quality Control

• Perform quality checks on work performed, identifying and recording any product defects.
• Rework and/or repair assembled equipment and products according to engineering specification changes.

Safety and Cleanliness

• Always adhere to quality standards and established safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area to ensure a productive work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Capable of working in a standing position for up to 8 hours per day.

Technical Proficiency

• Strong ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Proficient in the use of various hand and power tools.

Attention to Detail

• Keen eye for detail to identify defects and ensure high-quality assembly.
• Precision in following engineering specifications and instructions.

Problem-Solving

• Ability to troubleshoot and rework products as needed to meet quality standards.

Physical Stamina

• Physical ability to perform tasks requiring lifting and standing for extended periods.

Safety Awareness

• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following safety protocols.

Work Environment

• This role involves working in environments that may vary from standard to non-standard conditions. It requires adherence to safety procedures and the ability to adapt to different working conditions.

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

• Experience in manufacturing, mechanical assembly, or a related technical environment.

What We Offer Benefits

• Some of our competitive benefits packages include:
• 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 ProgramLife 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.

The hourly range for this role is $20.24 to $37.84; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

• 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 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.