Open Close Technician

MHI RJ Aviation Group; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MHI RJ Aviation Group is seeking an entry-level Open/Close Technician to support disassembly and reassembly of aircraft components during repair and overhaul processes. You will follow approved manuals, prepare parts for inspection, and help ensure airworthiness.

You'll work in climate-controlled hangars at our Bridgeport, WV or Tucson, AZ facilities on a 12-hour shift schedule, collaborating with inspectors, mechanics, and engineers to maintain safety, quality, and timely maintenance

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED (other equivalents maybe considered).
• Mechanical aptitude is necessary to use basic hand tools and drills in the removal of aircraft panels.
• Skills necessary to read and interpret aircraft manuals.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a variety of individuals within a team environment.
• Communication skills necessary to understand written and verbal instructions; working knowledge of applicable safety procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble aircraft components, assemblies, and subassemblies per manuals and engineering specs.
• Clean, inspect, organize, and identify parts during teardown.
• Document component condition and report discrepancies, damage, or missing parts.
• Complete required maintenance records and work orders accurately.
• Follow safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area using BOE and continuous improvement principles.
• Collaborate with inspectors, mechanics, technicians, and engineering personnel to ensure workflow and quality.
• Support maintenance schedules by meeting turnaround time and productivity goals.
• Support building maintenance with daily activities as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Drills

Job description

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 entry level Open/Close 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 Open/Close Technician is an entry level position that is responsible for the disassembly (\"open\") and reassembly (\"close\") of aircraft components and assemblies during the repair and overhaul process. This role supports maintenance operations by following approved technical documentation, ensuring components are properly prepared for inspection and repair, and accurately reassembled to meet quality and airworthiness standards.

Here are the daily responsibilities of an Open/Close Technician:

• Disassemble aircraft components, assemblies, and subassemblies in accordance with approved maintenance manuals, work instructions, and engineering specifications
• Clean, inspect, organize, and identify parts during the teardown process
• Document component condition and report discrepancies, damage, or missing parts
• Complete required maintenance records, work orders, and maintenance documentation accurately
• Follow all company safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area utilizing BOE (Bay of Excellence) and continuous improvement principles
• Collaborate with inspectors, mechanics, technicians, and engineering personnel to ensure efficient workflow and product quality
• Support maintenance schedules by meeting established turnaround time and productivity goals
• Support building maintenance with daily activities as required

Here is what is required to succeed:

• High School diploma or GED (other equivalents maybe considered)
• Mechanical aptitude is necessary to use basic hand tools and drills in the removal of aircraft panels
• Skills necessary to read and interpret aircraft manuals
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a variety of individuals within a team environment
• Communication skills necessary to understand written and verbal instructionsWorking knowledge of applicable safety procedures and equipment

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, Arizona or Bridgeport, WV facility with on-site collaboration essential to role success
• 12-hour shifts on 3/4/4/3 schedule, which include 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.

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

• 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 based on 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.