Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician — Fast-Growing MRO Leader

West Star Aviation; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Weekly pays

Time off accruals

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Statesville, NC, is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to guide a team of technicians, oversee high-quality work, and drive timely project completion. The role requires leadership, problem solving, and strict adherence to FAA guidelines across installation, removal, troubleshooting, and customer coordination.

You will mentor staff, manage shift turnover, and coordinate multiple projects while maintaining safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and FAA Airframe & Powerplant license required.
• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred; 4+ years in program specific airframes.
• Must perform all work in accordance with FAA guidelines and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians to produce timely, high-quality results.
• Train/mentor technicians and supervise daily work load.
• Coordinate project flow and handoffs between shifts; ensure proper turnover.

Skills

Team leadership

A&P license

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation in Statesville, NC, is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to guide a team of technicians, oversee high-quality work, and drive timely project completion. The role requires leadership, problem solving, and strict adherence to FAA guidelines across installation, removal, troubleshooting, and customer coordination.

You will mentor staff, manage shift turnover, and coordinate multiple projects while maintaining safety and reliability.