Lead Aircraft Maintenance Tech — Day-One Benefits & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision with HSA & FS

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays & PTO accruals

Flexible work schedules

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Grand Junction, CO. You will lead a team of technicians to deliver high-quality maintenance and repair work in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and clear English communication, with minimal supervision and opportunities for growth. West Star offers medical, dental, 401(k) match, time off accruals, and weekly pay, among other benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License are required.
• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred
• 4+ years in program specific airframes
• Minimal supervision and will lead small groups in daily tasks
• Technicians are subject matter experts with wide knowledge of the job

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete jobs/tasks with good judgement and involve management when needed
• Implement a strong turnover of work to the next shift
• Identify opportunities to reduce aircraft turn time
• Train/mentor technicians assigned to projects
• Supervise team members in daily workload and ensure schedule and quality
• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems; including removal and installation of panels and components

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Grand Junction, CO. You will lead a team of technicians to deliver high-quality maintenance and repair work in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and clear English communication, with minimal supervision and opportunities for growth. West Star offers medical, dental, 401(k) match, time off accruals, and weekly pay, among other benefits.