Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician — Fast-Paced MRO Leader

West Star Aviation; East Alton (IL); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

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Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Bonus Opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in East Alton, IL to lead a team of technicians, ensuring high-quality, timely results. The role emphasizes strong problem solving, analysis, and independent work across multiple aircraft projects.

The position requires 8+ years in aviation maintenance with 4+ years on program-specific airframes, plus an FAA Airframe & Powerplant license. Expect hands-on leadership in a hangar environment with FAA compliance and safety

Formación

• 8+ years of aviation maintenance experience.
• 4+ years on program-specific airframes.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe and Powerplant License required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the team to complete jobs with good judgement.
• Turnover work to the next shift smoothly.
• Identify opportunities to reduce aircraft turn time.
• Train and mentor technicians on assigned projects.
• Supervise daily workload of team members.
• Lead multiple projects with scheduling and quality focus.
• Perform general mechanical work on aircraft and systems.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Project management

Strong communication

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe & Powerplant License

Descripción del empleo

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in East Alton, IL to lead a team of technicians, ensuring high-quality, timely results. The role emphasizes strong problem solving, analysis, and independent work across multiple aircraft projects.

The position requires 8+ years in aviation maintenance with 4+ years on program-specific airframes, plus an FAA Airframe & Powerplant license. Expect hands-on leadership in a hangar environment with FAA compliance and safety