Aircraft Repair Mechanic
About The Position
Collins Aerospace is seeking an Aircraft Repair Mechanic at its Chula Vista, California location. The mechanic performs rework operations in accordance with approved technical data and routing to repair flight hardware and return it to service. The position is primarily onsite and is part of IAM Local 755. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. PST. Work includes disassembling, cleaning, testing, repairing, and assembling FAA-controlled flight hardware; building mechanical assemblies and wire harnesses; using pneumatic tools to rework damaged hardware; and functionally testing electrical components and sensors. The mechanic coordinates with inspection and engineering teams on shop findings and in-process discrepancies, follows engineering-provided routing and approved technical data, maintains a clean workstation, and participates in continuous-improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and 4 years of relevant experience.
- Previous experience in an FAA- or DCMA-regulated shop environment.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical rework processes using hand and power tools.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical assembly procedures using hand and power tools.
- Strong knowledge of harness assembly procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), and wiring diagrams.
- Must be a U.S. Person.
Nice To Haves
- Active A&P license.
- Previous experience in an FAA-regulated MRO.
- Experience building wire harness assemblies in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Basic knowledge of an ERP system such as SAP.
Responsibilities
- Perform rework operations in accordance with approved technical data and routing to repair flight hardware for return to service.
- Disassemble, clean, test, repair, and assemble FAA-controlled flight hardware.
- Lay out and build mechanical assemblies, including engine mounts, fire detectors, tubes, ducts, and hoses.
- Lay out and build wire harness and cable assemblies.
- Use pneumatic tools to mechanically rework damaged flight hardware.
- Perform functional testing on electrical components and sensors.
- Coordinate with inspection and engineering teams to address shop findings and in-process discrepancies.
- Follow approved technical data using engineering-provided routing.
- Maintain good shop practices and a clean workstation and environment.
- Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives and projects supporting the shop floor.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available on Day 1.
- Retirement program with a company match.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term disability and long-term disability.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee assistance program.
- Employee Scholar Program.
- Parental leave.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
