Aircraft Maintenance Tech — Day-One Benefits & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays & PTO accruals

Flexible work schedules

Bonus opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. in East Alton, IL, is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician. The role involves performing mechanical tasks, removing and installing panels, troubleshooting systems, and supporting engine work.

You will operate ground support equipment and assist in inspections, with English communication essential. We offer comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, HSA, paid holidays, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license required; Airframe license preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in aviation maintenance, avionics, or similar.
• 2-4 years of experience in aviation maintenance; corporate aircraft experience preferred.
• 4-6+ years’ experience in aviation maintenance; full knowledge of assignments.
• 6+ years’ experience; Master level with extensive corporate aircraft experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Removal and installation of panels and components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve aircraft system issues.
• Defueling aircraft operations.
• Engine removal and installation tasks.
• Operate ground support equipment.
• Inspect and evaluate aircraft and components.
• Assist in taxiing and performance runs.
• Maintain shop facilities and tools.
• Navigate manuals and training data bases in English.

Skills

General mechanical tasks

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. in East Alton, IL, is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician. The role involves performing mechanical tasks, removing and installing panels, troubleshooting systems, and supporting engine work.

You will operate ground support equipment and assist in inspections, with English communication essential. We offer comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) match, HSA, paid holidays, and flexible schedules.