Assembly Technician

Date Posted:

2026-07-29

Country:

Canada

Location:

CA-ON-OAKVILLE-1400 ~ 1400 S Service Rd W ~ 1400 SERVICE

Position Role Type:

Onsite

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Collins Aerospace is looking to hire Assembly Technician who will be reporting to the Assembly Supervisor on the weekend night shift. As Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for assembling and testing of landing gear and or landing gear components.

Work Location: Oakville Facility, Ontario – Canada

Shift Hours – Weekend Night Shift (Friday - Sunday) 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for assembling and testing of landing gear shock struts and components per
• Collins drawing and Acceptance Test Procedure requirements
• Perform replacement / repair / retro-fit of MLG, NLG, Linkages, Actuators and LRU’s per Assembly Process Sheets, Engineering Instructions and drawing requirements
• Perform electrical / hydraulic functional tests per Engineering Instruction and Acceptance Test Procedures
• Work in a safe team-oriented environment and participate as an active member of the implementation & execution of TPM, LEAN, 5S, and FOD prevention principles
• Support and promote continuous improvement, 5S activities and Standard Work
• Development in the cell.
• Support quality initiatives by performing operator-self-verification (OSV)
• Perform other duties as assigned (e.g. sub-assemblies, sealing, bushing installation, calibration & shelf life activities)

Qualifications We Require

• Typically; High school diploma, or equivalent work experience plus recognized and accredited college/trade program
• Previous Landing Gear Assembly experience or 3 or more years of assembly experience in a manufacturing/aerospace environment
• Demonstrated understanding of hydraulic & electrical control systems and using test equipment
• Demonstrated ability to follow assembly instructions and/or blueprints
• Demonstrated ability to operate and use an overhead crane in a safe manner
• Demonstrated ability to follow strict safety practices and procedures.
• The selected candidate has to be eligible to work in Canada; successful candidate must meet all requirements under ITAR and CCGP

Qualifications We Prefer

• Aircraft maintenance technician (AMT) certification would be an asset

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 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.

The salary range for this role is 74,068 CAD – 87,144 CAD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process. 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 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 job posting is not for an existing position vacancy.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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