Aviation Repair Technician - 2nd shift

CTL Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

CTL Aerospace, a full-service FAA/EASA/CAAC repair station, seeks an Aviation Repair Technician for the 2nd shift at our Cincinnati, Ohio location. You will set up and operate tools for repairing aircraft metal and composite components, including carbon fiber, with emphasis on safety and quality.

Responsibilities include reading repair procedures, interpreting tolerances, and cross-training across shop areas. Travel may be required; passport a plus. DOT/FAA drug testing is required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; US citizen or green card holder.
• Automotive body finishing/painting experience a plus.
• Industrial trade school training - automotive or aircraft related a plus.
• Mandatory FAA drug and alcohol screening.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of basic hand tools and equipment; perform drilling, riveting and surface finishing.
• Composite repairs including adhesive application, curing, painting and finishing of carbon fiber/fiberglass components.
• Adhesive bonding of components including layup, vacuum bagging and curing.
• Removal of coatings and adhesives by media blasting, grinding or machining.
• Read and interpret repair procedures; understand basic dimensioning and tolerances.

Skills

Tool handling

Reading repair procedures

Quality workmanship

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Industrial trade school training (automotive or aircraft related)

Tools

Grinders

Drills

Rivet guns

Sanders

Vacuum bagging equipment

Media blasting equipment

Job description

Position:Aviation Repair Technician - 2nd shift

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id:1572

# of Openings:2

Job Description

CTL Aerospace is a full-service FAA/EASA/CAAC Repair Station providing services to the aerospace industry since 1946. The CTL Repair Division specializes in the overhaul and repair of aircraft metal and composite components.

We are seeking talented professionals to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment as an Aviation Repair Technician at our northern Cincinnati, Ohio location (less than 30 minutes from Dayton and/or northern Kentucky).

Job Requirements

• Setup and operate a variety of basic hand tools (grinders, drills, rivet guns, sanders, etc.) and equipment. Operations involve hand-blending of critical surfaces, re-drilling/reaming/relocating holes, riveting, etc.
• Composite repairs including adhesive application, curing, painting and finishing of carbon fiber/fiberglass components.
• Adhesive bonding of components including layup, vacuum bagging and curing.
• Removal of coatings and adhesives by media blasting, grinding or machining.
• Read and interpret repair procedures.
• Understand basic dimensioning and tolerances.
• Translate repair instructions into action.
• Ability to multi-task and cross-train in different areas.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety precautions in the shop environment.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to listen and communicate.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Potential for domestic and/or international travel. Passport a plus.

Job Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent / US Citizen or Green Card Holder.
• Automotive body finishing and/or painting experience a plus.
• Industrial trade school training - automotive or aircraft related a plus.
• Mandatory FAA drug and alcohol screening.
• Able to work in a repair environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

This position requires you to undergo a DOT/FAA pre-employment drug test for the following prohibited drugs (as defined in 49 CFR § 40.3) prior to being hired or transferred into a Department of Transportation (DOT) safety-sensitive position as defined in 14 CFR part 120[1]:

• Phencyclidine (PCP), and
• Amphetamines.

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[1] A safety-sensitive function, as described in 14 CFR part 120, §§ 120.105 and 120.215, includes a flight crew member, flight attendant, flight instructor, aircraft dispatcher, aircraft maintenance or preventive maintenance, ground security coordinator, aviation screener, air traffic controller, and operations control specialist.

CTL Aerospace will provide a pay rate commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package.

CTL Aerospace is an EEO/M/F/Disability/VET and Drug Free Employer