Staff Technician/Flight Test Mechanic (Onsite)

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• 4 or more years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, and/or construction/facilities
• Experience working with hand tools (electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, light equipment, drill motors and air-powered tools).

• Aviation structural experience
• Familiar with Nacelle components and their operation.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and engineering drawings to assemble equipment.
• Composite repair experience

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. 

Collins Aerospace is looking to fill Staff Technician/Flight Test Mechanic position to support the G400 Flight Test program in Savannah, Georgia. The Staff Technician/ Flight Test Mechanic will primarily perform nacelle structural retrofits, repairs, and rework for hardware at Gulfstream’s Savannah facilities

• →Performs repairs / rework on Collins Aerospace nacelle products (Inlet Cowls, Fan Cowls, Thrust Reversers, Aprons, and Engine Build Up) to support the G400 flight test program.
• →Performs assembly operations and processes. Assembles & fabricates sheet metal.
• →Reads blueprints, follows written and verbal instructions, and performs basic math calculations.
• →Works in a team environment, participates in compliance inspection continuous improvement (CI) activities.
• →Uses basic hand tools, drills, power tools, and measuring equipment to complete tasks
• →Drills holes, installs fasteners, route, and trims parts, and applies primers and sealants.
• →Mixes, applies, and works around sealants, solvents, paints, and chemicals per specification requirements.
• →Bends, stoops, squats, sits, twists, and works above head height for various periods of time during the workday.
• →Works in various conditions, including on ladders, lifts, and on aircraft using harnesses.
• →Wears PPE as provided and required for job tasks.
• →Works extended hours, including alternate shifts and weekends, to support the flight test schedule.
• →Travels up to 10%.
• →Performs all other duties as assigned.

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The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. 

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.

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