Mechanical Repair Technician 1 (Onsite)

RTX; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation for newly hired

Generous 401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, seeks an entry-level Mechanical Repair Technician in Santa Fe Springs, CA. You will perform checkout, modification, and repair of assemblies, using hand and power tools, to ensure quality and safety in flight-critical components.

Responsibilities include inspecting parts, setting up test facilities, calibrating mechanisms, and repairing units to meet specifications. This role is onsite with overtime opportunities and requires a HS diploma and basic reading of

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic ability to read blueprints and overhaul manuals.
• Competency with measuring tools and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspection of incoming assemblies and components according to procedures and technical data.
• Sets up repair and test facilities.
• Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.
• Repairs units that fail test or tolerance levels.
• Assembles fabricated parts, components, or units at floor stations.
• Uses hand and power tools for part and component assembly.
• Ensure short cycle time repairs and returns ensuring quality processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Blueprint interpretation

Blueprint reading

Documentation

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Test equipment

Test equipment

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-SANTA FE SPRINGS-9920 ~ 9920 Freeman Ave ~ FREEMAN 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'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. Are you passionate about ensuring the safe taking off and landing of airplanes? Collins Aerospace Maintenance Repairs Operation site in Santa Fe Springs California is seeking an Entry‑Level Mechanical Repair Technician. You will be responsible for performing complete operation checkouts, modifications and repair correction of problems . You will have the opportunity to repair critical components that make flying possible and safe for you, your loved ones, and for travelers around the world. If you have mechanical skills, consider joining our team.

What You Will Do

• Work Onsite at our Sana Fe Springs, CA Location
• Work Hours Monday – Friday (5:30am-2pm) with consistent and encouraged overtime (Sat. & Sun).
• Conducts inspection of incoming assemblies and components according to procedures and technical data
• Sets up repair and test facilities.
• Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.
• Repair as necessary identified units that fail test or tolerance levels.
• Assembles fabricated parts, components, or units at floor stations.
• Use hand and power tools for part and component assembly.
• Ensure short cycle time repairs and returns ensuring quality processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Basic Computer skills for documenting repairs and following work instructions.
• Basic experience operating hand tools, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and test equipment
• Experience with measuring tools such as: micrometers, calipers, height gage, hydraulic gages, etc.
• Accurately read and interpret blueprints and overhaul manuals for assembly purposes

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 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!

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo, and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superi…

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

The salary range for this role is $41,720 to $78,432. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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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RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.