Lead Avionics Maintenance Technician | Team Leadership

West Star Aviation; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Lead Avionics Maintenance Technician to direct a team of technicians in performing high-quality avionics maintenance in a hangar environment.

You will oversee multiple projects, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations and paperwork, while driving on-time completion of maintenance tasks. A high level of reliability and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years prior experience on aircraft maintenance/avionics including supervision of four or more team members.
• Advanced knowledge of FAA paperwork, work orders, and use of Corridor systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians to deliver high-quality avionics maintenance on schedule.
• Implement thorough handoffs between shifts to maintain continuity of work.
• Identify opportunities to reduce aircraft turnaround times within your area of responsibility.
• Train and mentor technicians assigned to your projects and supervise daily workload.
• Coordinate with management to interlock interdepartmental schedules and ensure timely completion of work orders.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Electrical tech school

Aircraft-specific factory training

Valid driver's license or passport

Job description

West Star Aviation in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Lead Avionics Maintenance Technician to direct a team of technicians in performing high-quality avionics maintenance in a hangar environment.

You will oversee multiple projects, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations and paperwork, while driving on-time completion of maintenance tasks. A high level of reliability and teamwork is essential.