Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - On-Site Team Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a Falcon Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Grand Junction, CO. The role leads a team of technicians, ensuring high-quality maintenance and efficient project flow in a hangar environment.

You will supervise daily tasks, mentor technicians, and manage multiple projects while complying with FAA guidelines and safety rules. A High School diploma and A&P license are required along with extensive aviation maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License are required.
• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred.
• 4+ years in program specific airframes.
• Must be able to supervise multiple technicians and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete jobs and manage day-to-day tasks with good judgement.
• Implement strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Identify opportunities to reduce aircraft turn time.
• Train and mentor technicians assigned to projects.
• Supervise team members in daily workload and ensure quality.
• Work independently on projects and lead multiple projects with scheduling focus.
• Perform mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems, including panels and sheet metal.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate systems, perform inspections, and FAA paperwork.
• Direct work flow and coordinate projects with customers.

Skills

Aviation maintenance experience

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication in English

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking a Falcon Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Grand Junction, CO. The role leads a team of technicians, ensuring high-quality maintenance and efficient project flow in a hangar environment.

You will supervise daily tasks, mentor technicians, and manage multiple projects while complying with FAA guidelines and safety rules. A High School diploma and A&P license are required along with extensive aviation maintenance experience.