Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Aviation MRO Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a Gulfstream Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to lead a team of technicians in Grand Junction, CO. This full-time, on-site role demands strong technical orientation, problem solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality results on schedule.

Responsibilities include supervising tasks, training junior techs, coordinating multiple projects, performing general mechanical work on aircraft, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring FAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License are required.
• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred.
• This position requires minimal supervision and will lead small groups in daily tasks.
• Technicians are subject matter experts with wide and deep knowledge of the job.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete the necessary jobs/tasks and manage day-to-day tasks.
• Implement a strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Reduce turn time of aircraft within area of responsibility.
• Train and mentor technicians assigned to projects.
• Supervise team members in daily workload and ensure quality and throughput.
• Lead multiple projects with independent work and strong scheduling.
• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems and repair work.

Skills

A&P license

Leadership

Team supervision

Problem solving

English communication

Project management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking a Gulfstream Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to lead a team of technicians in Grand Junction, CO. This full-time, on-site role demands strong technical orientation, problem solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality results on schedule.

Responsibilities include supervising tasks, training junior techs, coordinating multiple projects, performing general mechanical work on aircraft, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring FAA compliance.