Staff Technician/Flight Test Mechanic (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) with matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking a Staff Technician/Flight Test Mechanic in Savannah, GA to support the G400 flight test program. You will perform nacelle repairs and rework, read blueprints, and work with hand tools and power tools.

Onsite role with potential for extended hours and up to 10% travel; a 2-year post-secondary degree with experience is typical. Medical and retirement benefits are included.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree or two-year post-secondary training with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, and/or construction/facilities.
• Experience working with hand tools (electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, light equipment, drill motors and air-powered tools).

Responsibilities

• Performs nacelle-related repairs and rework to support the G400 flight test program.
• Reads blueprints and follows written/verbal instructions; uses basic math calculations.
• Uses hand tools, drills, power tools and measuring equipment to complete tasks.
• Works in a team environment and participates in CI activities to improve productivity and quality.
• Travels up to 10% and may work extended hours or weekends to support flight test schedule.

Skills

Hand tools

Blueprint reading

Math/calculations

Team collaboration

Education

AA/AS degree

Tools

Measuring equipment

Drill motors

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-GA-SAVANNAH-2525-CUST ~ 2525 Bob Harmon Rd ~ BOB HARMON (External Site)

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

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

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.

Collins Aerospace is looking to fill Staff Technician/Flight Test Mechanic position to support the G400 Flight Test program in Savannah, Georgia. The Staff Technician/Flight Test Mechanic will primarily perform nacelle structural retrofits, repairs, and rework for hardware at Gulfstream's Savannah facilities.

The position is working onsite at our Savannah, GA facility.

What You Will Do :

• Performs repairs / rework on Collins Aerospace nacelle products (Inlet Cowls, Fan Cowls, Thrust Reversers, Aprons, and Engine Build Up) to support the G400 flight test program.
• Performs assembly operations and processes. Assembles & fabricates sheet metal.
• Reads blueprints, follows written and verbal instructions, and performs basic math calculations.
• Works in a team environment, participates in compliance inspection continuous improvement (CI) activities.
• Uses basic hand tools, drills, power tools, and measuring equipment to complete tasks.
• Drills holes, installs fasteners, route, and trims parts, and applies primers and sealants.
• Mixes, applies, and works around sealants, solvents, paints, and chemicals per specification requirements.
• Bends, stoops, squats, sits, twists, and works above head height for various periods of time during the workday.
• Works in various conditions, including on ladders, lifts, and on aircraft using harnesses.
• Wears PPE as provided and required for job tasks.
• Works extended hours, including alternate shifts and weekends, to support the flight test schedule.
• Travels up to 10%.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have :

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• 4 or more years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, and/or construction/facilities.
• Experience working with hand tools (electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, light equipment, drill motors and air-powered tools).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Aviation structural experience.
• Familiar with Nacelle components and their operation.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and engineering drawings to assemble equipment.
• Composite repair experience.

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 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!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

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.

Collins Aerospace, a 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 so