Aircraft Maintenance Technician — On-Site Career Growth

West Star Aviation Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Time off accruals

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. seeks an Embraer Aircraft Maintenance Technician at Grand Junction, CO. The role is full-time and on-site, focused on servicing sophisticated civilian aircraft with hands-on mechanical and electrical tasks.

Applicants should hold an Airframe or Powerplant license (preferred Airframe), with 0–4 years of aviation maintenance experience. Expect varied duties, including engine work, panels, GSE operation, and documentation in English.

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license is required.
• 0–2 years of experience in aviation maintenance or related fields (AMT I).
• 2–4 years of experience in aviation maintenance; corporate aircraft experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Replacing or repairing parts and troubleshooting electrical/mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Performing general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Removal and installation of panels and components.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving aircraft system issues.
• De-fueling aircraft and engine removal/installation.
• Operating ground support equipment and assisting in performance runs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

General mechanical tasks

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. seeks an Embraer Aircraft Maintenance Technician at Grand Junction, CO. The role is full-time and on-site, focused on servicing sophisticated civilian aircraft with hands-on mechanical and electrical tasks.

Applicants should hold an Airframe or Powerplant license (preferred Airframe), with 0–4 years of aviation maintenance experience. Expect varied duties, including engine work, panels, GSE operation, and documentation in English.