Repair Station Assembler C (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); North Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in North Carolina is seeking an assembler for aircraft seating components. You will perform sub-assembly, bonding and riveting to produce seat parts from detailed drawings and work orders.

You'll interpret trim drawings, set up fixtures, and align metal and plastic details, ensuring precise fits and safe operation.

This hands-on role requires a HS diploma or equivalent and US work authorization; the team emphasizes quality, traceability, and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent; or 2 years of relevant experience if no HS diploma.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assemble sub-assemblies and components with bonding and riveting.
• Install and adjust Aircraft Seat components.
• Interpret trim and finish drawings and work orders to assemble efficiently.
• Set up fixtures, jigs, and testing equipment to meet exact specs.
• Assemble and adjust metal and plastic details for proper alignment.
• Conduct final checks and adjustments to ensure proper functionality.
• Perform repairs and adjustments on assemblies as needed to meet quality.
• Maintain conformity to blueprints and quality specs throughout assembly.

Skills

Component Assembly

Seat Assembly

Instruction Utilization

Fixture Setup

Fit and Alignment

Final Adjustments

Component Repairs

Quality Assurance

Material Handling

Record Keeping

Production Standards

Issue Reporting

Workplace Safety

Professional Conduct

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rivet guns

Hand drills

Countersinks

Sanders

Reamers

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Hammers

Pliers

PUNCHES

Job description

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.