Senior Aircraft Maintenance Lead — Drive High-Impact Ops

West Star Aviation Inc.; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 44.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Zusammenfassung

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to lead a team of technicians in delivering high-quality maintenance services.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, project leadership and adherence to FAA guidelines, with hands-on mechanical work and supervision across multiple projects. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and an Airframe & Powerplant License; a valid travel-ready driver's license or passport is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License are required.
• A valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
• Aircraft specific factory training is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lead the team to complete the necessary jobs/tasks with good judgement.
• Implement a strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Look for opportunities to reduce turn time of aircraft.
• Help to train/mentor technicians assigned to your projects.
• Supervise team members in daily work load.
• Work independently on projects and lead multiple projects as assigned; schedule and work quality are essential.
• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems; removal/installation of panels and components, repair work and sheet metal repair/installation.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication in English

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Jobbeschreibung

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to lead a team of technicians in delivering high-quality maintenance services.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, project leadership and adherence to FAA guidelines, with hands-on mechanical work and supervision across multiple projects. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and an Airframe & Powerplant License; a valid travel-ready driver's license or passport is a plus.