Aircraft Maintenance Technician – On‑Site, Growth‑Oriented

West Star Aviation Inc.; East Alton (IL); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician in East Alton, IL.

The role is full-time and on-site, supporting maintenance on civilian aircraft with duties spanning mechanical tasks, panel removal/installation, troubleshooting, defueling, and engine work. Experience levels vary from AMT I to IV, with licenses required and a focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork within FAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; must meet license requirements.
• Airframe or Powerplant license required; Airframe license preferred.
• 0–2 years of aviation maintenance experience.
• 2–4 years aviation maintenance experience; corporate aircraft experience preferred.
• 4–6+ years aviation maintenance experience; strong knowledge across areas.

Responsabilités

• 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
• Basic computer skills to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases
• Communicate effectively in English

Connaissances

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools proficiency

English communication

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe or Powerplant license

Description du poste

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician in East Alton, IL.

The role is full-time and on-site, supporting maintenance on civilian aircraft with duties spanning mechanical tasks, panel removal/installation, troubleshooting, defueling, and engine work. Experience levels vary from AMT I to IV, with licenses required and a focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork within FAA guidelines.