Falcon Lead A&P Technician - Team Leader

West Star Aviation; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Shift Differential

Job summary

West Star Aviation seeks a Falcon Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in East Alton, IL. This role leads a team, assigns tasks, and ensures timely completion of aircraft maintenance projects per FAA standards.

Requirements include an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and a high school diploma. Expect to supervise multiple technicians, coordinate with shifts, and maintain safety and quality on site in a hangar environment.

Qualifications

• Airframe and Powerplant license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license ideal but not mandatory.
• Aircraft maintenance training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete jobs/tasks with good judgment.
• Implement strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Identify opportunities to reduce turn time of aircraft.
• Coach and mentor technicians on projects.
• Supervise team members in daily workload and project flow.
• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation seeks a Falcon Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in East Alton, IL. This role leads a team, assigns tasks, and ensures timely completion of aircraft maintenance projects per FAA standards.

Requirements include an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and a high school diploma. Expect to supervise multiple technicians, coordinate with shifts, and maintain safety and quality on site in a hangar environment.