Mechanical Repair Tech I

Date Posted:

2026-07-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-SANTA FE SPRINGS-9920 ~ 9920 Freeman Ave ~ FREEMAN

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Are you passionate about ensuring the safe taking off and landing of airplanes? Collins Aerospace Maintenance Repairs Operation site in Santa Fe Springs California is seeking an Entry-Level Mechanical Repair Technician. You will be responsible for performing complete operation checkouts, modifications and repair correction of problems . You will have the opportunity to repair critical components that make flying possible and safe for you, your loved ones, and for travelers around the world. If you have mechanical skills, consider joining our team.

What You Will Do:

• Work Onsite at our Sana Fe Springs, CA Location

• Work Hours Monday – Friday (5:30am-2pm) with consistent and encouraged overtime (Sat. & Sun).

• Conducts inspection of incoming assemblies and components according to procedures and technical data

• Sets up repair and test facilities.

• Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.

• Repair as necessary identified units that fail test or tolerance levels.

• Assembles fabricated parts, components, or units at floor stations.

• Use hand and power tools for part and component assembly.

• Ensure short cycle time repairs and returns ensuring quality processes.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Basic Computer skills for documenting repairs and following work instructions.

• Basic experience operating hand tools, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and test equipment

• Experience with measuring tools such as:  micrometers, calipers, height gage, hydraulic gages, etc.

• Accurately read and interpret blueprints and overhaul manuals for assembly purposes

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! 

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air,