Aircraft Maintenance Technician – Growth & Hands‑On

West Star Aviation Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation seeks a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical tasks, panel removal/installation, and system troubleshooting on civilian aircraft at our Chattanooga, TN facility. This role offers growth opportunities and a pathway from AMT I to AMT IV with supervision as needed.

You will work under supervision, adhere to FAA guidelines, and contribute to customer service excellence while maintaining safety standards in a hangar environment.

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license is required.
• 0–2 years of aviation maintenance experience (AMT I).
• 2–4 years of aviation maintenance experience (AMT II) or more for advanced levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Remove and install panels and components.
• Troubleshoot aircraft system and component issues.
• Maintain and repair shop facility, equipment and tooling.
• Communicate in English effectively (spoken and written).

Skills

Troubleshooting aircraft systems

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Team player

Education

Airframe license

Powerplant license

High school diploma

Job description

West Star Aviation seeks a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical tasks, panel removal/installation, and system troubleshooting on civilian aircraft at our Chattanooga, TN facility. This role offers growth opportunities and a pathway from AMT I to AMT IV with supervision as needed.

You will work under supervision, adhere to FAA guidelines, and contribute to customer service excellence while maintaining safety standards in a hangar environment.