2nd Shift Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT)

West Star Aviation; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Weekly PTO Accruals

Flexible Schedules

Shift Differential

Bonus Opportunity

Career Advancement

Job summary

West Star Aviation is hiring a Citation Aircraft Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift in East Alton, IL. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing complex civilian aircraft, with duties spanning inspections, engine work, and system troubleshooting.

The position requires an Airframe or Powerplant license (Airframe preferred) and 0–6+ years of aviation maintenance experience. Benefits start with employment and include competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license is required. Airframe license is preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in aviation maintenance, avionics, or similar.
• 2-4 years of experience working in aviation maintenance.
• 4-6+ years’ experience in aviation maintenance.
• 6+ years’ experience in aviation maintenance and mastery across platforms.

Responsibilities

• Performing general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Removal and installation of panels and components.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving aircraft system/component issues.
• De-fueling aircraft.
• Engine removal/ installations.
• Operating ground support equipment.
• Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components.
• Aircraft movement and assistance in performance runs/taxiing.
• Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Skills

English communication

Team player

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

West Star Aviation is hiring a Citation Aircraft Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift in East Alton, IL. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing complex civilian aircraft, with duties spanning inspections, engine work, and system troubleshooting.

The position requires an Airframe or Powerplant license (Airframe preferred) and 0–6+ years of aviation maintenance experience. Benefits start with employment and include competitive pay.