Lead Aircraft Maintenance Tech — 2nd Shift

West Star Aviation; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays & PTO accruals

Flexible work schedules

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift (1730) in East Alton, IL. The role focuses on leading a team of technicians to deliver high-quality, timely maintenance and to supervise work on aircraft and related systems.

The position requires an A&P license and a high school diploma, with 8+ years in aviation maintenance and 4+ years in program-specific airframes. Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License.
• Minimum 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred; 4+ years in program specific airframes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians to produce timely, high-quality results.
• Manage turnover of work to the next shift and train/mentor technicians.
• Supervise daily workload and coordinate multiple projects.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift (1730) in East Alton, IL. The role focuses on leading a team of technicians to deliver high-quality, timely maintenance and to supervise work on aircraft and related systems.

The position requires an A&P license and a high school diploma, with 8+ years in aviation maintenance and 4+ years in program-specific airframes. Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and communication skills are essential.