Lead Aircraft Maintenance Tech - Drive Team Excellence

West Star Aviation; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 44 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Résumé du poste

West Star Aviation in Chicago is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to lead a team of technicians, ensuring timely, high-quality work and compliance with industry standards.

You will supervise daily tasks, mentor staff, coordinate multiple projects, and perform mechanical and sheet metal work. Strong problem-solving and English communication skills are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License are required.
• Aircraft-specific factory training is preferred.
• 8+ years of aviation maintenance experience preferred.
• 4+ years in program-specific airframes recommended.
• Ability to lead teams with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects.

Responsabilités

• Lead the team to complete jobs with good judgement and proper escalation.
• Implement strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Identify opportunities to reduce aircraft turn time.
• Train and mentor technicians on projects.
• Supervise daily workload and ensure schedule adherence.
• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate aircraft systems as required.
• Inspect aircraft and components and document FAA paperwork.
• Coordinate project management and customer support activities.
• Communicate effectively in English and follow FAA guidelines.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Technical orientation

Communication (English)

Mentoring

Project coordination

Formation

Airframe & Powerplant license

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

West Star Aviation in Chicago is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to lead a team of technicians, ensuring timely, high-quality work and compliance with industry standards.

You will supervise daily tasks, mentor staff, coordinate multiple projects, and perform mechanical and sheet metal work. Strong problem-solving and English communication skills are essential in a fast-paced environment.