Lead Aircraft Maintenance Tech – 2nd Shift

West Star Aviation; East Alton (IL); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Benefits Day One

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) match

Paid holidays & PTO

Flexible work schedules

Weekly pay

Descripción de la vacante

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift (1730 start). You will lead a team of technicians to deliver high-quality maintenance and adhere to FAA guidelines, ensuring safe, on-time aircraft readiness.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, hands-on work on airframes and systems, and coordinating tasks across shifts. Requires Airframe and Powerplant license, 8+ years in aviation maintenance and 4+ years on program-specific

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License.
• 8+ years aviation maintenance experience.
• 4+ years in program-specific airframes.
• Ability to lead technicians and manage multiple tasks.
• FAA compliance knowledge and aviation regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the team to complete assigned aircraft maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate turnover between shifts and ensure work quality.
• Train/mentor technicians and supervise daily tasks.
• Perform mechanical work on aircraft and related systems.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, and evaluate aircraft components.

Conocimientos

Aviation maintenance

Team leadership

Project coordination

English communication

Educación

Airframe and Powerplant License

High school diploma

Herramientas

FAA paperwork

Descripción del empleo

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift (1730 start). You will lead a team of technicians to deliver high-quality maintenance and adhere to FAA guidelines, ensuring safe, on-time aircraft readiness.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, hands-on work on airframes and systems, and coordinating tasks across shifts. Requires Airframe and Powerplant license, 8+ years in aviation maintenance and 4+ years on program-specific