Mechanical Repair Technician III (Avionics) - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life and disability insurance

Pet insurance options

Adoption assistance

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Wilson, NC is seeking a Mechanical Repair Technician III (Avionics) to test, troubleshoot and repair avionics units. You will work on a 1st shift, Mon-Fri 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, with overtime potential.

Responsibilities include repair, soldering, and ensuring compliance with company and FAA safety standards. Ideal candidates have HS diploma or GED with electronics experience, and prefer an AAS in Electronics or related military experience.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with 2 years relevant electronics experience.
• Experience in electronics within a manufacturing or service environment.

Responsibilities

• Test avionics units for load, polarity, voltage, current, inductance and circuit continuity.
• Troubleshoot analog and digital circuits to component level.
• Perform routine repairs on avionics equipment including surface mount and through-hole soldering.
• Maintain materials, equipment and workspace in a clean, orderly condition.
• Follow EH&S, Ethics, ITC and HR policies at Collins Aerospace.
• Complete assigned tasks within the scope and skill level of the job.
• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards.
• Report progress and conditions to supervisor and leadership.
• Handle repairs through the service center from receipt to packaging for return to the customer.
• Wear PPE and attend EH&S trainings as required.
• Report unsafe practices and conditions to ensure prompt resolution.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electronics knowledge

Microprocessor knowledge

Education

HS diploma or GED

AAS in Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Schematics interpretation

Job description

Location:

US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

Date Posted:

2026-10-14

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'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.

Collins Aerospace is looking for a Mechanical Repair Technician III (Avionics) to join our team, for our Wilson, NC location. In this role, you are responsible for testing, troubleshooting, and repair of units. Ensure work is accomplished with high quality, in a timely fashion and is compliant with all company and federal regulations.

This is a 1st shift position with the following hours: Monday-Friday; 6:00AM – 2:30PM (overtime may be required)

What You Will Do:

• Test products for load capabilities, mechanical characteristics, polarity, voltage, amperage, inductance, shorts, grounds, circuits continuity and physical properties.
• Troubleshoot analog and digital circuits. This position requires troubleshooting to the component level.
• Perform routine repair activities on avionics equipment including surface mount and thru hole solder repair.
• Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Comply with all rules and regulations of Collins Aerospace, including, but not limited to: Environmental Health and Safety, Ethics, International Trade Compliance and Human Resources.
• Complete assigned tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department goals and objectives.
• Check work methods and results for conformance to standards.
• Report on leader or supervisor on work progress and updates including conditions surrounding failures to meet quality standards.
• All aspects related to the process of repairs through the service center including receiving, inspection, cleaning, tear‑down, documentation, repair, reassembly and packaging of parts for return to the customer.
• 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.
• Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
• Frequent standing, sitting stooping.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, crouching, reaching.

What You Will Learn:

• How to properly complete testing, troubleshooting, and repair units on avionics equipment.
• How to complete the process of repair: receive, inspect, clean, tear‑down, documentation, repair, reassembly and packaging of parts.
• Broad exposure to testing products.

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 2 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in electronics, within a manufacturing or service environment.

Notice: 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• AAS degree in Electronics
• Prior military experience
• Proficiency with test equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers including triggering, waveform capture and comparisons.
• Knowledge of electronic theory including microprocessor-based products.
• Give direction and guidance in electronic troubleshooting techniques and repair.
• Interpret schematics and/or technical drawings.
• Intermediate computer skills in terms of typing, navigating screens and learning new software programs.

Role Type:

• 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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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!

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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