2nd Shift Aircraft Maintenance Technician – Corporate Jets

West Star Aviation Inc.; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Bonus opportunity

Career advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

West Star Aviation is hiring a Gulfstream Aircraft Maintenance Technician for a 2nd shift in Perryville, MO. You will perform mechanical tasks, diagnose issues, and service electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on sophisticated civilian aircraft.

The role requires keeping up with FAA guidelines, operating ground support equipment, and collaborating with a skilled maintenance team. Qualified candidates hold Airframe or Powerplant licenses (Airframe preferred) with 0–2 years to 6+ years of

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license required; Airframe license preferred.
• 0–2 years aviation maintenance experience; close supervision.
• 2–4 years aviation maintenance; general supervision.
• 4–6+ years in aviation maintenance; full knowledge.
• 6+ years; subject matter expert in aviation maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Remove and install panels and components.
• Troubleshoot aircraft system issues (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic).
• Operate ground support equipment.
• Inspect and evaluate the aircraft and components.
• Maintain shop facilities and tooling.
• Communicate clearly in English.
• Follow FAA guidelines and safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

GSE operation

Basic computer skills

English communication

Education

Airframe license

Powerplant license

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

West Star Aviation is hiring a Gulfstream Aircraft Maintenance Technician for a 2nd shift in Perryville, MO. You will perform mechanical tasks, diagnose issues, and service electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on sophisticated civilian aircraft.

The role requires keeping up with FAA guidelines, operating ground support equipment, and collaborating with a skilled maintenance team. Qualified candidates hold Airframe or Powerplant licenses (Airframe preferred) with 0–2 years to 6+ years of