Lead Aircraft Maintenance Tech - 2nd Shift, On-Site

West Star Aviation; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day One

Medical/Dental/Vision

Health Savings Account

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Flexible Schedules

Weekly Pay

Bonus Opportunity

Career Advancement

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Gulfstream Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift. The role leads a team of technicians in high-quality maintenance tasks, including mechanical assembly, troubleshooting, and FAA-compliant work orders.

Strong leadership, problem-solving and communication in English are essential. The position requires 8+ years in aviation maintenance and an A&P license with relevant program experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred.
• 4+ years in program-specific airframes.
• Ability to supervise multiple technicians and lead projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete the necessary jobs/tasks with good judgement.
• Implement a strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Look for opportunities to reduce turn time of aircraft.
• Train/mentor technicians assigned to your projects.
• Supervise team members in daily workload.
• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Gulfstream Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician on 2nd shift. The role leads a team of technicians in high-quality maintenance tasks, including mechanical assembly, troubleshooting, and FAA-compliant work orders.

Strong leadership, problem-solving and communication in English are essential. The position requires 8+ years in aviation maintenance and an A&P license with relevant program experience.