Mechanical Repair Technician 1- 2nd shift (Onsite)

RTX•Opa-locka, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Landing Systems division is seeking a Mechanical Repair Technician responsible for assembling and testing basic and major Landing Gear components for various types of narrow and wide body aircraft, prior to being delivered to the Customer. This position is 100% onsite at our Opa Locka (Miami), FL facility. The work shift is Second Shift, from 2:45 pm to 11:15 pm, Monday through Friday, with overtime as business needs determine. Training will take place for 4-8 weeks on First Shift, 5:45 am - 2:15 pm, Monday – Friday.

Requirements

HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and overhaul manuals for assembly purposes
Ability to use all necessary measuring tools such as: micrometers, calipers, height gage, hydraulic gages, etc. with proficiency
Ability to operate hand tools, electrical pneumatic, hydraulic and test equipment
Basic computer skills
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.

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience in Landing Gear or 3 years of general aviation experience
Experience with SAP
Experience in honing or turret lathe operation
Continuous Improvement training ACE/CORE

Responsibilities

Install bushings, bearings, sleeves, and metal shims on all aircraft programs according to the overhaul manual specifications, using machinery and hydraulic presses
Utilize close tolerance measuring instruments to assure compliance with CMM specifications
Operate honing machinery and devices, including mill machinery for swaging of bearings
Perform final inspection and stocking of bushings
Train employees on all required processes within the department, and lead the team and operations in the department in the absence of the Group Leader when required
Execute bush bore functions utilizing light machining (Lathe/bush work)

Benefits

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: 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