Mechanical Assembler II - 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Assembler II in Simpsonville, SC to assemble aerospace components on site. You will read engineering drawings, follow approved processes, and use a variety of hand tools to meet quality and safety standards.

The role supports continuous improvement and requires a HS diploma or GED with at least 1 year of related experience. You will work with cross-functional teams to maintain documentation, traceability, and efficient production, ensuring products meet

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED or vocational education with at least 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble aerospace components and subassemblies following drawings, blueprints and schematics.
• Set up basic manufacturing operations and ensure tolerances and quality requirements are met.
• Use hand tools, soldering irons, wire strippers, crimpers, torque tools and other production equipment.
• Inspect work using gauges and measurement tools to ensure compliance.
• Identify defects or incorrect parts and report issues for corrective action.
• Follow AS9100 quality practices and document production records accurately.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting process and safety enhancements.
• Maintain organized workstation and proper control of materials and tools.
• Support peers by sharing standard work practices.

Skills

HS diploma or GED

1 year manufacturing experience

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

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

• 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 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.

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