Aviation Maintenance Tech: Career Growth & Impact

West Star Aviation; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K match

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) at various experience levels in Wheeling, IL. You will perform general mechanical tasks, replace/install panels, troubleshoot systems, and assist with engine work while adhering to FAA guidelines and safety rules.

You may work with airframe and powerplant systems, utilize ground support equipment, and participate in inspections, taxiing, and downtime repairs. A high school diploma and relevant licenses are required.

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license is required.
• Airframe license is preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in aviation maintenance, avionics, or similar.
• 2-4 years of experience in aviation maintenance; corporate aircraft preferred but not essential.
• 4-6+ years of aviation maintenance experience.
• 6+ years of aviation maintenance experience; subject matter expert in all areas.

Responsibilities

• 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 databases.
• Effectively and clearly communicate in English.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English communication

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Airframe license

Powerplant license

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic equipment

Hydraulic equipment

Electrical equipment

Jacks and lifts

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) at various experience levels in Wheeling, IL. You will perform general mechanical tasks, replace/install panels, troubleshoot systems, and assist with engine work while adhering to FAA guidelines and safety rules.

You may work with airframe and powerplant systems, utilize ground support equipment, and participate in inspections, taxiing, and downtime repairs. A high school diploma and relevant licenses are required.