Mechanical Repair Technician I

Date Posted:

2026-05-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-PHOENIX-3405 ~ 3405 S 5th St ~ BLDG 3405

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

As a Mechanical Repair Technician I, you will be responsible for the teardown, inspection, test and rebuild of regulators and aspirators, as well as hydrostatic testing of cylinders and charging reservoir assemblies with proper gasses.

What you will do:

• Responsible for the overhaul/repair of regulators used on evacuation slides.

• Responsible for overhaul/repair of aspirators used on evacuation slides.

• Responsible for the hydrostatic testing of cylinders (re-qualification).

• Responsible for the charging of reservoir assemblies.

• Knowledge of cylinder types and specifications. 

• Completes required fits and clearances and documentation.

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:

• Ability to wear and utilize respiratory protection

• Basic communication and computer skills

• Ability to make accurate measurements and remain within tolerances

• Ability to read and understand manuals, procedures, diagrams and blueprints

• Ability to work as part of a team 

• Ability to complete all training to obtain Valve Shop Certifications

• Strong attention to detail and organized

• Experience in working with a wide variety of cylinders.

Working Conditions – Physical Requirements and Environment:

• Approximately 95% of time standing

• Ability to input retrieves access and send information via computer.

• Ability to bend, stoops, and stand for inspections of parts.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.

• Some exposure to vapors from solvents and adhesives.

• Ability to wear steel toed shoes and other PPE as required.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• 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!

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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. Employment consideration is contingent upon successfully passing a DOT pre-employment drug test.

Collins Aerospace, a 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.

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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