Maurice Zukowsky

Aircraft Structural Technician with over 25 years of contract and full-time experience performing structural repairs, modifications, and heavy maintenance (C-checks) on commercial, military, and amphibious aircraft. Skilled in reading engineering drawings, executing Service Bulletins and Engineering Change Orders, and mentoring on-site technicians. Broad platform experience includes Bombardier CRJ, Dash-8, and CL-415; ATR 42/72; Boeing 727/737; and F-18.

Bilingual (English/French), safety-focused, and adaptable to fast-changing contract environments. Seeking a structures/sheet metal technician contract position with an aviation MRO, OEM, or staffing agency.

Aircraft Structural Technician at Bombardier Aerospace / MHI RJ (2010-04 – 2021-12)

Contract via HQ Aero / Aerotek

• Performed major and minor structural repairs on Bombardier CRJ 200/700/900 and Q400 aircraft during scheduled C-checks over a 12-year contract engagement.
• Worked the CRJ pressure floor modification line for multiple years, replacing the pressurized floor structure across the CRJ fleet.
• Completed the Republic Airlines hail damage repair program, replacing multiple top skins and horizontal stabilizer skin sections per engineering repair specifications.
• Supported the Q400 Life Extension Program, performing structural modifications to extend airframe service life per engineering requirements.
• Performed Q400 main landing gear (MLG) trunnion replacements for the Horizon Air fleet.
• Delivered on-site training and technical guidance to maintenance personnel completing Service Bulletins, Engineering Change Orders, and Modification Summaries.

Aircraft Structural Technician at Provincial Aerospace Ltd (2010-01 – 2010-04)

Contract via CAF Aviation

• Executed structural modifications for the CL-415 amphibious maritime patrol aircraft conversion program.
• Performed SAR weather radar modification and test proofing.
• Coordinated with Bombardier engineering to incorporate Service Bulletin changes.

Aircraft Structural Technician at Air Botswana (2009-08 – 2009-12)

Contract via CAF Aviation

• Incorporated Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS) modification on ATR 42/72 aircraft.
• Performed structural repairs, fabrication, and part replacement per Service Bulletin requirements.

Aircraft Structural Technician at First Air (2008-05 – 2009-06)

Contract via S.T.A.R.

• Performed C-check inspections, repairs, and structural modifications on ATR 42 aircraft.
• Fabricated and replaced structural components per engineering drawings and specifications.

Aircraft Structural Technician at Exeltech (2005-10 – 2008-12)

Contract via S.T.A.R. / Lavoie Aerostructure

• Conducted C-check inspections and structural modifications on ATR 42/72, Bombardier Dash-8, and CRJ 200/700/900 aircraft.
• Repaired damage per SRM, Service Bulletins, and Engineering Change Orders across frames, floor beams, seat tracks, stringers, nacelles, doors, skin panels, and engine beams.

Aircraft Structural Technician at Premier Aviation (2007-07 – 2008-09)

Contract via S.T.A.R. / Lavoie Aerostructure

• Performed C-checks and heavy maintenance inspections on Boeing 727/737 and Bombardier Dash-8 aircraft.
• Fabricated and replaced skin panels and completed lap joint repairs per SRM and Service Bulletin requirements.

Aircraft Structural Technician at L3 Communications / Bombardier (2004-10 – 2005-01)

Contract

• Performed structural modifications and maintenance on the F-18 center barrel change program.

Aircraft Structural Technician at Siddhis Aeronautical Design (2001-09 – 2003-05)

Contract

• Developed, modified, and installed navigational training consoles on Bombardier Dash 8 Q200 aircraft for the Department of National Defence (CFB Winnipeg).
• Contributed to research, development, and fabrication of prototype and custom aircraft products.

Aircraft Structural Technician at Bombardier Aerospace (1995-08 – 2001-07)

Full-Time

• Performed final-line assemblies on CRJ 200 and CL-415 aircraft, and modification-line work on the CRJ 700.
• Executed fuselage joining and production-line structural assemblies for the CRJ 200.

Naval Weapons Technician at Canadian Armed Forces (1991-01 – 1992-12)

• Maintained proper function of weapons and armaments; supported military exercises, administrative operations, and surveillance.

Ceremonial Guard, Infantry at Canadian Armed Forces (1994-01 – 1994-12)

• Completed basic infantry training; performed daily parades on Parliament Hill and at the Governor General's residence.

Aircraft Structural Technician Diploma in Aircraft Structures – École des métiers de l'aérospatiale de Montréal (1994-01 – 1995-12)

Structural Technician Apprenticeship in Aircraft Structures – Air Canada (1995-12)

Pre-Flight Technical Training in Aircraft Technical Training – Bombardier Aeronautique / ENA (1999-12)

Naval Weapons Technician Training in Naval Weapons – Canadian Armed Forces, CFB Halifax (1992-12)