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Manufactures jet engines, avionics, missiles

Mechanical Assembler 1

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/2/2026
$21.50/hr
Entry
Bachelor's
Burnsville, MN, USA
In Person
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or General Educational Development certificate is typically required.
  • U.S. Person status is required, including U.S. citizenship, U.S. nationality, lawful permanent residence, or qualifying refugee or asylee status.
  • The ability to use simple hand tools and perform repetitive assembly work is required.
Responsibilities
  • Perform routine and repetitive mechanical assembly operations and processes.
  • Maintain product quality standards and comply with applicable quality-system elements and company, city, state, and federal regulations.
  • Meet customer deadlines and expectations.
  • Participate in cost-reduction plans, continuous-improvement plans and events, and audits.
  • Inspect parts; perform coating, labeling, boxing, and general preparation for shipment.
  • Check parts for cracks, loose connections, faulty bonds, and faulty assembly.
  • Record test results in testing logs and route products for rework or salvage of usable parts.
  • Route reworked assemblies for testing and clean completed assemblies.
  • Assemble parts according to blueprint specifications.
  • Test parts by connecting them to test equipment, setting controls, observing instrument readings and actions, and checking for malfunctions.
  • Set up and use Ragen Assembly, Component Lead Former, drill press, Denison Hydraulic Press, Component Lead Tinning, and surface-mount technology reflow equipment.
  • Fabricate instrument parts through crimping, staking, and cutting when required.
  • Perform welding, soldering, item testing and inspection, filler work, and immersion testing after appropriate training or certification.
  • Maintain materials, equipment, and the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Check work methods and results for conformance to standards and re-instruct as required.
  • Report work progress, updates, and conditions surrounding failures to meet quality standards to the lead or supervisor.
  • Complete assigned tasks within the scope and skill level of the position to support department objectives and develop individual skills.
Desired Qualifications
  • Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
  • Career Readiness Certification is strongly preferred.
  • The ability to interpret schematics and technical drawings.
  • The ability to successfully complete training modules associated with the job grade.
  • The ability to follow assembly instructions.
  • The ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • The ability to understand the end uses of products being built.
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail to ensure safety and quality.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
  • The ability to work in a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Intermediate computer skills, including typing, navigating screens, and learning new software programs.
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • The ability to take direction from more experienced coworkers, leads, and supervisors.

About the company

RTX produces jet engines, cockpit electronics, and avionics through Pratt & Whitney and Collins Aerospace, and develops defense systems and missiles via Raytheon. Pratt & Whitney engines provide propulsion for commercial and military aircraft, while Collins Aerospace supplies flight controls, navigation, and integrated cockpit systems, and Raytheon offers missiles, radar, and sensing technologies. The company differentiates itself by offering a single, integrated portfolio that spans both commercial aviation and national defense under one corporate umbrella, drawing on the legacy of Raytheon and UTC. Its goal is to help customers fly more efficiently and protect nations by advancing propulsion, electronics, and defense technologies for civilian air travel and security needs.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

2022

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • RTX raised 2026 guidance after Q2 sales reached $24.7 billion and EPS hit $1.89.
  • Raytheon's 2026 framework agreements target annual output above 1,000 Tomahawks and 500 SM-6s.
  • GTF Advantage certification and Airbus deliveries extend Pratt & Whitney's recovery into 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Pratt & Whitney's GTF powder-metal issue still drives inspections, grounded jets, and lawsuits.
  • SEC subpoenas and DOJ agreements keep Raytheon's legacy conduct under active scrutiny.
  • Persistent GTF failures or fixed-price overruns can erase cash flow and damage airline trust.

What makes RTX unique

  • RTX pairs $289 billion backlog with balanced defense and commercial aerospace exposure.
  • Raytheon wins $24.4 billion SM-6 and $22.9 billion Tomahawk production contracts.
  • Pratt & Whitney and Collins feed recurring aftermarket revenue across Airbus and military fleets.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Program

Gym Membership

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Assistance

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Employee Scholar Program

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

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PR Newswire
Oct 1st, 2026
RTX's Raytheon secures $24.4B contract for SM-6 interceptors

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a five-year contract worth up to $24.4 billion for Standard Missile-6 (SM-6) interceptors. The contract includes two additional option years. The agreement ensures a consistent supply of SM-6s for the US Navy. The missile can conduct offensive strikes and missile defense missions. Raytheon President Phil Jasper said the company is focused on meeting demand through operational investments and facility improvements. The firm has expanded its workforce, strengthened partnerships across the defence industrial base, and automated production to boost output. SM-6 is the only combat-proven weapon capable of performing anti-air warfare, anti-surface warfare, and ballistic missile defence. It can be fired from various Navy ship-based platforms and land-based launchers.

PR Newswire
Sep 24th, 2026
United Airlines receives first GTF Advantage-powered A321XLR from RTX's Pratt & Whitney

United Airlines has received its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney's GTF Advantage engines, marking the inaugural delivery of this enhanced engine variant. The GTF Advantage offers up to twice the operational lifespan of current GTF engines and provides 4-8% more takeoff thrust, enabling extended range capabilities. The engine features an advanced hot section design and remains fully compatible with existing GTF models, simplifying fleet operations. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, plans to transition its entire PW1100G-JM production line to the Advantage specification by 2028. Current GTF operators will be able to access 90-95% of the Advantage's durability improvements through a Hot Section Plus upgrade option, available from early next year during scheduled maintenance visits.

PR Newswire
Sep 4th, 2026
Pratt & Whitney invests $25M to expand Poland manufacturing, adding 120 jobs

RTX's Pratt & Whitney is investing $25 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Niepołomice, Poland. The site produces complex tubular assemblies for commercial and military engines. The expansion, supported by the Polish government through the Polish Investment Zone Programme, will add more than 120 jobs when it becomes operational in 2028. The facility currently manufactures precision components for multiple engine types, including the GTF engine for commercial aircraft and the F135 for F-35 fighter aircraft. This investment is part of Pratt & Whitney's $125 million commitment to Polish facilities this year, including a $100 million investment in Rzeszow. Poland represents RTX's largest investment base outside the United States, with more than 9,500 employees across its businesses in-country.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 30th, 2026
RTX's $289B backlog: 60% commercial aerospace strengthens defense business flexibility

RTX's $289 billion backlog splits 60% commercial aerospace and 40% defence, a combination that benefits both divisions. The commercial segment's strong profitability allows the defence business to avoid risky fixed-price development contracts that have troubled competitors like Boeing and Lockheed Martin. This flexibility enabled RTX to terminate an unfavourable classified programme in 2024, taking a $575 million charge rather than pursuing losses. CEO Chris Calio said the contract fell outside the company's core competencies and predated RTX's formation. The arrangement works both ways. Defence earnings supported RTX through a costly powder metal coating issue affecting its geared turbofan engine. The structure allows RTX to focus on established defence solutions like Patriot missiles whilst maintaining investment in commercial aerospace during downturns.

PR Newswire
Aug 17th, 2026
RTX's Raytheon wins $22.9B contract to accelerate Tomahawk missile production

Raytheon, an RTX business, has secured a seven-year, $22.9 billion contract from the US Navy to accelerate production of Tomahawk cruise missiles. The agreement, part of the Department of War's Arsenal of Freedom initiative, will support ramping annual production to over 1,000 missiles. RTX has already tripled Tomahawk deliveries in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. The contract will enable the company to expand capacity and work with hundreds of suppliers nationwide to scale output. Tomahawk cruise missiles provide long-range strike capabilities, allowing the Navy to target hostile forces from hundreds of miles away across multiple launch platforms.