HQ Aero is currently recruiting for   STRUCTURES TECHNICIANS  in  TUCSON, AZ
Responsibilities:
As a Structures Technician, you will be required to:
- Remove / install aircraft components as required.
 - Fabricate and or modify structural modifications on aircraft parts.
 - Perform minor structural repairs on composite components either attached or detached.
 - Assist in conducting hidden damage inspection of aircraft structures and aircraft component repair.
 - Assist with complex structural repairs either on or off aircraft.
 - Perform mechanical / electrical removals and installations as required.
 - Inspect confined areas of airframe and assist in providing time estimates as required.
 - Adhere to general work rules and company policies and procedures applicable to work area and job functions.
 
   Qualifications, Experience & Requirements: - Minimum of 3 -5   years of structural sheet metal repair / modification experience or substantiated similar experience.
- Corporate jet aircraft or commercial aircraft experience required.
 - CRJ airframe experience a plus.
 - MRO / Heavy Maintenance experience required.
 - If former military, those with military aircraft maintenance experience (Depot/Isochronal/Phase inspections) a plus.
 
 - FAA Airframe and Powerplant(A&P) or Airframe (A) license is required.   
 - Standard Aviation Tool Kit is required.
 - Completed Sheet metal A/C Tech school or equivalent Training.
 - Able to interpret and work with mechanical engineering drawings.
 - Ability to effectively communicate (verbal & written) aircraft status.
 - Demonstrated ability to train other employees is preferred.
 - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
 - Criminal Background Check & Compliant to FAA Drug and Alcohol screening checks are mandatory.
 - Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language in accordance with Title 14 CFR Part 65.   
 
  Job Type: - Full-time, Contract
 - Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts - 3 days  12 hours per day / off for 4 days / work 4 days  12 hours per day / off for 3 days   - Must be willing to work either shift.
 - Overtime is available.
 - Travel Pay: $150 (if applicable)
 - Hotel Lodging: The customer is offering a maximum of 30 nights in a nearby hotel.    Room and tax only will be paid.    The technician is responsible for all other charges.   
 
  Essential Job Functions - Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.   
 - Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance.   Must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task.   
 - Must be computer proficient.
 - Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Position requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing.
 - Work Environment: Ability to work in confined spaces. FAR Part 145 aircraft maintenance in a hangar and ramp environment.
 
DISCLAIMER 
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the successful applicant.    It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the successful applicant.    The successful applicant may be asked to perform other duties as required.