Lead Avionics Installer: Lead Projects & Mentor Team

West Star Aviation Inc.; Cahokia (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Medical, Dental, Vision with HSA

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Holidays & Weekly Pay

Flexible Work Schedules

Competitive Pay

Bonus Opportunity

Internal Mobility

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. seeks a Lead Avionics Install Technician to guide a team of technicians in Cahokia Heights, IL. The role focuses on installing and testing aircraft avionics, troubleshooting electrical and instrument systems, and ensuring FAA compliance.

Strong leadership and onsite coordination are essential. The position requires 8+ years in avionics installation, plus a background in electrical systems and factory training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Electrical tech school completion is preferred.
• Aircraft-specific factory training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians to ensure high-quality, timely avionics installations.
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft electrical, electronic, and instrument systems.
• Supervise work flow, coordinate projects, and manage FAA paperwork and logbooks.
• Provide ground and flight test support as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Aircraft avionics knowledge

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical tech school

Aircraft factory training (preferred)

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. seeks a Lead Avionics Install Technician to guide a team of technicians in Cahokia Heights, IL. The role focuses on installing and testing aircraft avionics, troubleshooting electrical and instrument systems, and ensuring FAA compliance.

Strong leadership and onsite coordination are essential. The position requires 8+ years in avionics installation, plus a background in electrical systems and factory training.