Repair Station Assembler C (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking qualified assemblers for aircraft seating components. You will perform sub-assembly, bonding, riveting, and final assembly, following detailed drawings and work orders to ensure precise fit and finish. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to blueprints throughout the production process.

Candidates must have a HS diploma or equivalent and be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED or 2 years relevant experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Company will not offer immigration sponsorship or export authorization.
• Blueprint proficiency and ability to read work orders, trim and finish drawings, blueprints, and job cards.
• Proficient with hand and power tools for repairs and installations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble sub-assemblies and components with bonding and riveting.
• Install and adjust aircraft seat parts and assemblies.
• Interpret drawings and work orders to assemble components accurately.
• Set up fixtures, jigs, and testing equipment to exact specs.
• Fit and adjust metal and plastic details to structures and weldments.
• Perform final checks and adjustments to meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical proficiency

Mathematical competence

Documentation skills

Tech savvvy

Stamina for standing

Physical strength

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rivet guns

Hand drills

Countersinks

Sanders

Reamers

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Hammers

Pliers

Punches

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-02 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-1455B3 ~ 1455 Fairchild Rd ~ BLDG 3 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 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. Join our team where you'll bring aircraft seats, aircraft seat components, aircraft actuation parts, and aircraft wastewater system parts to life by working from detailed instructions, drawings, and work orders. In this role, you'll handle the assembly, installation, and adjustment of sub-assembly components, ensuring every detail meets our high standards. Your expertise in trim operations will be key as you fabricate, assemble, cover, and pad various types of upholstery. You'll also make final adjustments and alignments, ensuring each product meets all quality and specification requirements. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for precision, this role is perfect for you.

NOTE: Due to the complex nature of Assembly, which includes the Repair Station, Seat Assemblies, Actuations, Plastics, Sub-Assembly, and Food Tray Assembly, the subject job description includes the combined responsibilities and duties for the entire department. Certain responsibilities are required in one area but not in others, thus they are included in but not restricted to each of these areas.

What You Will Do

• Component Assembly: Perform all necessary sub-assembly and component assembly operations, including bonding and riveting, to complete sub-assembled components with precision.
• Seat Assembly: Perform all necessary installations and adjustments of all parts to complete Aircraft Seat Repairs.
• Instruction Utilization: Interpret and follow trim and finish drawings, work orders, job cards, and verbal/written instructions to assemble components efficiently and accurately.
• Fixture and Equipment Setup: Set up and operate all types of fixtures, jigs, and testing equipment required to complete sub-assembled components to exact specifications.
• Fit and Adjustment: Skillfully assemble, fit, and adjust metal and plastic details to structures and weldments, ensuring proper alignment and functionality.
• Final Adjustments: Conduct final checks and make necessary adjustments to ensure the proper functional operation of components, meeting all quality standards.
• Component Repairs: Perform adjustments and repairs on assemblies, including forming, trimming, filling, deburring, reaming, testing, cleaning, and straightening parts as needed.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all work conforms to blueprints, written procedures, and quality specifications, maintaining the highest standards throughout the assembly process.
• Material Handling: Efficiently move materials to and from work positions, keeping the workflow smooth and uninterrupted.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and reports in alignment with work performance requirements, ensuring traceability and accountability.
• Production Standards: Consistently meet all production and quality standards, contributing to the overall success of the team.
• Issue Reporting: Identify and report any non‑compliance issues or difficulties to supervision promptly to ensure timely resolution.
• Workplace Safety: Maintain a clean and safe work area, reporting all discrepancies to management to uphold a safe working environment.
• Professional Conduct: Represent Collins Aerospace with professionalism and integrity, maintaining a businesslike demeanor at all times.

Typical Tools & Equipment

• Rivet guns, hand drills, countersinks, sanders, reamers, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, punches, and any other hand tool required in the assembly of aircraft seating components.

Qualification

• You Must Have HS Diploma or equivalent. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience is required.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
• The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.
• The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Blueprint Proficiency: Skilled in reading and interpreting work orders, trim and finish drawings, blueprints, job cards, and marked‑up drawings, ensuring accuracy in every task.
• Mechanical Proficiency: Skilled in the utilization of various hand and power tools necessary to complete all repairs and installations of various parts and sub assemblies.
• Mathematical Competence: Solid understanding of basic shop math, enabling precise measurements and calculations during assembly operations.
• Documentation Skills: Capable of accurately filling out standard forms and records, maintaining meticulous documentation of work processes.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient with data collection devices and computers, with the ability to efficiently enter and retrieve data from PCs as required for the role.
• Physical Capability: Able to lift, push, or pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds, demonstrating the physical endurance needed for the job.
• Stamina for Standing: Comfortable performing work while standing, ensuring productivity and efficiency throughout the workday.

Compliance

• 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. Employment consideration is contingent upon successfully passing a DOT pre‑employment drug test.

Benefits

• 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.

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.

Are you ready to join our team? WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors.

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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: 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.