Senior Aircraft Maintenance Lead Technician

West Star Aviation; Grand Junction (CO); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 69.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

Life Insurance, Disability Benefits &

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Holidays & Weekly PTO

Flexible Work Schedules (5x8, 4x10, 3x

Weekly Pay

Bonus Opportunity

Internal Mobility & Career Advancement

Descripción de la vacante

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Grand Junction, CO. The role focuses on leading a team of technicians to deliver high-quality results, driving efficiency, and ensuring safety and FAA compliance.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and an A&P license, with 8+ years in aviation maintenance and 4+ years in program-specific airframes. Strong supervision, problem-solving and English communication are essential.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License required.
• Driver's license for airline travel and/or passport ideal.
• Aircraft-specific factory training preferred.
• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred.
• 4+ years in program specific airframes.
• Minimal supervision and ability to lead small groups.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the team to complete jobs and tasks with good judgment on day-to-day tasks.
• Implement strong turnover of work to the next shift.
• Seek opportunities to reduce aircraft turn time within responsibility area.
• Train and mentor technicians assigned to projects.
• Supervise team members in daily workload and deliver quality work.
• Work independently on projects and lead multiple projects as assigned.
• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate systems on the aircraft when designated.
• Inspect and evaluate aircraft and components as designated.
• Coordinate aircraft movement, runs and taxiing as required.
• Maintain shop facilities, equipment and tooling to support operations.
• Communicate effectively in English and with customers in project management, pricing and support roles.

Conocimientos

Team management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication in English

Multi-project leadership

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Descripción del empleo

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Grand Junction, CO. The role focuses on leading a team of technicians to deliver high-quality results, driving efficiency, and ensuring safety and FAA compliance.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and an A&P license, with 8+ years in aviation maintenance and 4+ years in program-specific airframes. Strong supervision, problem-solving and English communication are essential.