Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Aviation Team Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) + Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Weekly Pay

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Holidays & PTO

Shift differential

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to head a team of technicians and deliver high-quality, timely maintenance on Gulfstream aircraft. The role emphasizes strong problem solving, technical orientation, and a drive to complete work accurately while coordinating with customers and management.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in aviation maintenance, 4+ years in program-specific airframes, an A&P license, and the ability to supervise

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and an Airframe and Powerplant license.
• Driver's license for airline travel and/or valid passport ideal but not mandatory.
• Aircraft factory training is preferred.
• Minimum 8+ years in aviation maintenance; 4+ years in program specific airframes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete the necessary jobs/tasks with sound judgment.
• Implement a strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Identify opportunities to reduce turn time of aircraft.
• Train and mentor technicians on assigned projects.
• Supervise team members in daily workloads.
• Work independently on projects and lead multiple projects as assigned.
• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate systems on the aircraft when designated.
• Inspect and evaluate aircraft and components as designated.
• Coordinate aircraft movement, performance runs and taxiing when required.
• Maintain and repair shop facilities, equipment and tooling.
• Collaborate with customer in project management, pricing and support roles.
• Communicate effectively in English; follow FAA guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to head a team of technicians and deliver high-quality, timely maintenance on Gulfstream aircraft. The role emphasizes strong problem solving, technical orientation, and a drive to complete work accurately while coordinating with customers and management.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in aviation maintenance, 4+ years in program-specific airframes, an A&P license, and the ability to supervise