Job Information
RTX Corporation Component Technician I - FAA in Wichita, Kansas
Date Posted:
2025-02-24
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HKS03: Wheel & Brake Svc - Wichita 7016 Pueblo Street, Wichita, KS, 67209 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
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
Collins Aerospace is looking for an individual Component Technician I – FAA to join aircraft wheel and brake component overhaul team. The Component Technician is responsible for performing technical/mechanical/inspection functions pertaining to the aircraft wheel and brake component overhaul process.
This position will be working in an Onsite capacity.
1st Shift: Mon. - Fri. 7:00am – 3:30pm
What You Will Do:
Conducts receiving inspection of in-coming assemblies/components in accordance with established procedures and technical data.
Manual handling and maneuvering (rolling, lifting) of large aircraft wheels and brakes
Performs painting functions including mixing of primer/paint as well as application of primer/paint.
Performs general shop and equipment maintenance; practices the principles of the Five S's by creating and maintaining a neat, orderly work area; identifies ways to remove non-value-added steps from all processes and strives to produce products in the least-waste-way.
Consistently demonstrates a commitment to continuous process improvement and practices; actively participates and supports process improvement events.
Looks for ways to eliminate safety hazards and improve the overall safety of the workplace.
Provides limited training to other Component Technicians, where qualified.
Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned.
Works in a repair and overhaul shop environment.
Continuous standing and walking.
Will need to be able to lift up to 35 pounds. Employees will utilize a lift assist or buddy system if greater than 35 pounds.
Employee will be exposed to hazardous waste and will comply with all Regulatory, State, Local and Corporate requirements for handling hazardous waste.
Perform other duties as required
Qualifications You Must Have:
HS Diploma. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience is required.
Must have mechanical experience or training.
Current or previous experience in reading and interpretation of technical data and quality procedures
Identify and use basic hand tools including measuring instruments
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
Qualifications We Prefer:
FAA A&P Certificate desired but not required.
3 months prior manufacturing/production experience and ability to attain required operating certifications
Will need to be able to lift up to 35 pounds. Employees will utilize a lift assist or buddy system if greater than 35 pounds.
Familiarity with common MRO practices
Ability to utilize computer systems SAP, to input & retrieve information
Able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Skilled in risk-based decision making to address moderately complex problems.
Ability to troubleshoot & be able to use measuring gauges & test equipment
Advance structures:
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!
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
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!
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.
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.
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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