Lead Aircraft Maintenance Tech – On-Site LA | Growth MRO

West Star Aviation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to supervise a skilled team of technicians, ensuring timely, high‑quality work on complex airframes and systems. You will drive safety, accuracy and efficiency while coordinating with operations and customers.

The role requires extensive aviation maintenance experience, an A&P license, strong problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred.
• 4+ years in program specific airframes.
• This position requires minimal supervision and will lead small groups in daily tasks.
• These techs are subject matter experts and demonstrate a wide and comprehensive knowledge of the job.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete the necessary jobs/tasks with good judgment and involve management when needed.
• Implement a strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Reduce turn time of aircraft within area of responsibility.
• Train/mentor technicians assigned to projects.
• Supervise team members in daily workload.
• Work independently on projects and lead multiple projects; schedule and quality are essential.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Aircraft systems knowledge

English communication

Project management

Team supervision

FAA regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to supervise a skilled team of technicians, ensuring timely, high‑quality work on complex airframes and systems. You will drive safety, accuracy and efficiency while coordinating with operations and customers.

The role requires extensive aviation maintenance experience, an A&P license, strong problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple projects.