Mechanical Repair Technician 2 (Onsite)

This position is 100% onsite at our Opa Locka (Miami), FL location. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, refugee, or asylee status is required.

About the Role

Collins Aerospace, a leader in advanced aerospace and defense solutions, is seeking a Mechanical Repair Technician to assemble, test, and inspect basic and major Landing Gear components for narrow and wide-body aircraft. This role supports safe, reliable air travel by producing high-quality mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and adjust test side and drag strut assemblies
• Assemble and test shock strut assemblies
• Assemble, fit, dimension, and inspect axle beam assemblies and components
• Document testing and assembly processes to comply with applicable regulations

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent, e.g., G.E.D.) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and overhaul manuals for assembly purposes
• Proficiency in using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gages, hydraulic gages, etc.
• Ability to operate hand tools, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and test equipment
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 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)

Schedule

• Second Shift: 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM, Monday – Friday
• Overtime as business needs determine
• Training will take place for 4-8 weeks on First Shift: 5:45 AM – 2:15 PM, Monday – Friday

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with 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, and 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

This position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidates will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.