Maintenance Mechanic I

Date Posted:

2026-07-02



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-WA-SPOKANE-11135 ~ 11135 W Westbow Ln ~ WESTBOW



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, 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. 

A successful candidate must be able to work to provide the highest level of customer service. We value your skill sets, ideas, and ability for problem solving. The facility utilizes unique equipment during the manufacturing process, demanding a highly skilled Maintenance Department for safe, efficient, and reliable equipment operation. To meet these demands, our team is composed of multi-disciplinary individuals that possess the abilities to design, install, maintain and troubleshoot anything from pneumatic systems to electrical and computer control systems.

Rotating Shift Structure:

• 4-on/4-off rotation equates to 6-months off every year!  
• Rotating day/night shift 1-2 times per year for 6 weeks
• 12-hour shifts: 7:00AM - 7:00PM / 7:00PM – 7:00AM

Compensation

• Built-in, guaranteed overtime
• “Free” hours on non-overtime weeks
• Total annual compensation starting at $64,000/yr
  • Hourly Rate: $23.75
  • Shift differential of +2.75/hr
• Clearly defined, skill-based tiered advancement opportunities available

Additional Perks:

• Starting at 3-weeks of paid vacation, with an option to purchase more
• Day-1 access to Employee Scholar Program
• 401 (k) match program
• On-site fitness equipment
• Access to company-sponsored Commute Smart ride share program
• Auto-eligibility for Spokane County Commute Smart program incentives

What You Will Do

The Maintenance Mechanic I role is a facility and industrial maintenance position whose core job duties will include:

• Perform preventative/corrective maintenance on all facility and process related equipment to include make-up air units (MAU), natural gas fired generators, oil/water separators, cooling water towers, vacuum pumps, air compressors, variable frequency drives, boilers, steam systems, and associated equipment
• Analyze and repair all malfunctioning equipment or systems i.e., Mechanical, Pneumatic and Electro-mechanical
• Adhere to all engineering instruction, standard operation procedures, and all departmental procedures
• Observe and follow environmental, health and safety procedures.
• Positively represent Collins Aerospace’s company vision and support the management team
• Know, understand and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed and consistently implemented
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with Distributive Control Systems
• Maintain accurate maintenance records utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Perform water treatment analysis and take corrective action
• Ensure a clean and organized work area is maintained
• Operate the following equipment and tools:
  • Forklift
  • 3-ton and 5-ton Cranes
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Digital Multimeter
  • Precision alignment tools

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS Diploma. In the absence of a HS diploma a GED is required.
• 1 year of experience in a maintenance or other mechanical focused role

Qualifications We Prefer

• Background in electrical systems troubleshooting and repair
• Possess and practice good people skills
• Must have the ability to solve problems and exercise creativity to develop and/or implement practical solutions
• Must have the ability to evaluate work and exercise judgment
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office

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!​

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, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!  

*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.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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