2nd Shift, Overhaul and Repair Mechanic A_ Onsite

Date Posted:

2026-01-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

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 in Rockford, IL site aids in assembling the Ram Air Turbines (RAT) used for aircraft emergency power generation. Our Ram Air Turbines have been used to save aircrafts and over 2,600 lives.

2nd Shift: 3PM-11PM; will train on first shift.

What You Will Do:

1. Work to J.I.S.’s inspection procedures, overhaul manuals, blueprints and is capable of figuring fractions/decimals.

2. Works normally with a minimum of supervision but may be required to work with supervision and engineering on new procedures/programs, etc.

3. Performs as required: disassembly, reassembly, inspection, repair of sub-assemblies and final assemblies.

4. Must perform machine operations as required.

5. Must be capable of machine brazing and soldering.

6. Must be able to use the required inspection equipment.

7. Must be able to complete necessary documents and records accurately and legibly.

8. Keeps equipment and surrounding area in a neat and orderly fashion.

9. Performs pressure checks and adjustments as required in the build-up of subassemblies and units.

10. Must safety wire, paint, inspect and prepare units for ship as required.

11. Has a good knowledge of the operation and function of assembled units.

12. Has knowledge of the correct tool and usage for the particular job and sets up own work and devises means for new assembly/inspection procedures.

Qualifications We Require:

• High School Diploma/GED

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Previous manufacturing experience

• A&P License

• Must have held both the Class A Mechanical Assembly and Class I Assembly Inspection classification.

• 2 to 4 years of experience with overhaul and repair

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off

• 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!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! 

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 

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.

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