Mechanical Assembler II - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hire

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Simpsonville, SC is seeking a Mechanical Assembler II to join our onsite production team. You will assemble aerospace components, follow engineering drawings, and work with a variety of hand tools to ensure precision and quality.

You will inspect finished work, report issues, and participate in continuous improvement activities while maintaining a clean, organized workstation and adhering to standard work practices.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or vocational/technical training.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble aerospace components and subassemblies from drawings and schematics.
• Use hand tools and production equipment to meet tolerances and quality standards.
• Inspect work with gauges and measurement tools and report issues.
• Identify defects or incorrect parts and escalate promptly.
• Maintain organized workstation and follow standardized work.

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering irons

Wire strippers

Crimpers

Torque tools

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Job description

Location: US-SC-SIMPSONVILLE-1001 ~ 1001 Old Stage Rd ~ OLD STAGE

Date Posted: 2026-10-21

Country: United States of America

Location: US-SC-SIMPSONVILLE-1001 ~ 1001 Old Stage Rd ~ OLD STAGE

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

What You Will Do

As a Mechanical Assembler II, you will play a critical role in the assembly of aerospace components and subassemblies, ensuring quality and precision in every step of the production process. You will work onsite, contributing to the development of industry-leading products through hands-on assembly and continuous improvement activities.

• Perform assembly of aerospace components and subassemblies using engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, wire lists, and other controlled production documents.
• Assemble parts and components in the correct sequence using approved manufacturing processes to meet quality, safety, and production requirements.
• Operate a variety of hand tools and production equipment, including soldering irons, wire strippers, crimpers, torque tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.
• Perform basic machine setups, alignments, adjustments, fastening, wiring, soldering, crimping, and other assembly operations while maintaining required tolerances.
• Inspect completed and in-process work using visual inspection, gauges, measuring tools, and other approved methods to ensure product meets requirements.
• Identify and report defects, incorrect parts, equipment issues, or conditions that do not meet requirements.
• Follow AS9100 quality practices, including product traceability, revision-controlled instructions, and accurate completion of production records.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities by identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance safety and productivity.
• Maintain an organized workstation, control materials and tools, and follow standardized work practices.
• Support other assemblers by sharing knowledge of standard work and proper assembly techniques.

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

• Previous manufacturing experience in mechanical assembly or aerospace production environments.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical documents, including blueprints, engineering drawings, and wire lists.

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 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!

• 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.

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