CRUCIAL MRO is now hiring a full-time A&P Structural Technician at Southern Illinois Airport (MDH) in Murphysboro, Illinois—join our team!

*RELOCATION REIMBURSEMENT AVAILABLE WITH LIMITATIONS*

 Key Responsibilities:

• Self-Motivated
• Perform light to heavy structural and sheet metal repairs
• Inspect and evaluate aircraft structures and related components
• Restore and repair defects using unique aircraft fastening hardware, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, composite materials, adhesives and paint and textiles.
• Fabricate and install aircraft structural components.
• Construct original aircraft equipment, components and replacement items from base metals using special cutting tools.
• Conduct corrosion control inspections of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Inspect all work and tasks performed on work site to ensure quality and precision.
• Ensure work orders are completed to FAA specifications.
• Make appropriate entries on routine and non-routine work cards.

 Necessary Qualifications and Skills:

• Candidate will need to have the following experience:
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Preferred knowledge of aircraft structures and components.
• Preferred knowledge of maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogue, structural repair manuals
• Will work with the rules and regulations of FAR 145 repair station
• Will perform inspections of the aircraft
• Will remove and reinstall fasteners, ream and install oversize fasteners
• identify and install blind fasteners
• Will properly remove sealant and reseal completed work within fuel tanks
• Will use calibrated equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, noise, temperature extremes and other elements related to the production shop environment.
• Able to work overtime, if required.
• Work in confined space
• Able to work in all types of weather elements, for example heat and cold temperatures.
• Must not present a risk of injury to self or others while engaged in station repair duties.
• Must comply with repair stations drug-free workplace policy.

 Education:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of an FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician program or a sheet metal mechanic program or equivalent military experience is preferred.
• A valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License is preferred.
• Read, Write, and Speak English.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in aircraft structural repair is required, with specific experience on a CRJ being a strong asset and preferred.

 Soft Skills/ADDITIONAL:

• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Have a valid Driver’s License, and reliable transportation.
• Must have basic structural tools
• Applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

Physical Demands:

• Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Requires frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing and reaching above shoulder level.
• Requires occasional crawling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50lbs unassisted.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

 Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

 Ready to apply your skills where they count? Apply today and become a part of something crucial.

 Equal Opportunity Employer

Crucial MRO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status.