Structures Technician

MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) is the merging of two important heritages: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and the CRJ Series program. We provide comprehensive critical operational, engineering and customer support solutions including maintenance, refurbishment, technical publications, marketing and sales activities for the global regional aircraft industry.

We're hiring Structures Technicians to help drive our continued success!


Purpose of the role:

MHIRJ's network of service centers, support offices and parts depots are positioned in important aviation hubs in the U.S. The Structures Technician performs thorough inspections of aircraft structures, identifying and documenting any signs of damage or wear while complying with environmental health, safety policies, and procedures.

Here are the daily responsibilities of a Structures Technician:

• Execute sheet metal repairs and modifications on various structural components, including but not limited to the wing, fuselage, and tail sections.
• Fabricate and/or modify structural modifications on aircraft parts.
• Perform minor structural repairs on composite components either attached or detached.
• Perform mechanical, electrical removals, and installations as required.
• Interpret and follow aircraft maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Assist with complex structural repairs on/off aircraft.
• Utilize precision measuring tools and equipment to ensure accurate repairs and compliance with aviation regulations.
• Inspect confined areas of airframe.
• Stay current on industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes related to aviation structural maintenance.

Here's what is required to succeed:

• Minimum of 1 year of structural sheet metal repair and modification experience or sustained similar experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of aircraft structures and materials.
• Able to interpret and work with mechanical engineering drawings.
• Possess (basic) set of tools.
• Ability to effectively communicate aircraft maintenance actions both verbally and in writing.
• Comfortable working with technology / entering aircraft maintenance actions into a computer-based system.
• Ability to obtain a Security Identification Display Area badge (SIDA) if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience.
• FAA-issued Airframe or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.

• Corporate jet aircraft or commercial aircraft experience.
• MRO experience, CRJ airframe experience and/or Military aircraft maintenance experience (Depot/Isochronal/Phase inspections).
• Completed Sheetmetal A/C Tech school or equivalent schooling.

Work Environment:

We put safety first and take pride in creating workspaces that invite collaboration and innovation.

• Our Service Centers are world-class, and our technicians work in climate-controlled hangars that are clean, comfortable, and promote safety.
• Position requires full-time presence at our Tucson, AZ or Bridgeport, WV facility with on-site collaboration essential to role success
• 12-hour shifts on a 3/4/4/3 schedule, which includes days, nights, and weekends.

Why join us?

At MHIRJ, we recognize and value your contributions to our One Unified Team. We live by our values and embody our behaviors which drive our success. Take flight with a team that shares your passion and supports your journey. If your experience aligns with the qualifications for this role, we encourage you to apply - we'd like to hear from you!

We provide comprehensive benefits for you and your family, as well as ample opportunities to grow your career.

Benefits for Employees:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Annual wellness incentives up to $750
• Employee assistance program
• 401K with 6% company match
• Annual bonus plan
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Company provided uniforms

We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.


We do not currently provide sponsorship to work in the United States. All applicants for U.S. jobs must be a United States citizen or be authorized to work in the United States.