Weekend Avionics Install Lead Technician

West Star Aviation Inc.

East Alton (IL)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 59,000

Full time

21 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision
401(k) match
Paid holidays
Weekly pay
Flexible schedules

Job summary

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL is seeking a Lead Avionics Install Technician for the weekend shift. You will lead a team of technicians, oversee installation work, and ensure high-quality, compliant results with strong aircraft electrical system knowledge.

The role requires extensive avionics installation experience, ability to troubleshoot complex systems, and effective supervision of multiple projects. On-site work with FAA processes and direct customer contact is expected.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of avionics installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance experience.
  • 2+ years of corporate aircraft experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of Corridor systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate installation projects including parts and outside services requests, manpower planning and supervision.
  • Troubleshoot and evaluate aircraft systems before and after modification.
  • Inspect aircraft and components when required.
  • Aircraft movement and system verifications.
  • Process work orders for return-to-service and pricing to customers.
  • Provide ground test and flight test support as needed.

Skills

Team leadership
Avionics installation
Troubleshooting
Aircraft electrical

Education

High school diploma
Electrical tech school
Aircraft factory training
Driver's license preferred

Job description

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL is seeking a Lead Avionics Install Technician for the weekend shift. You will lead a team of technicians, oversee installation work, and ensure high-quality, compliant results with strong aircraft electrical system knowledge.

The role requires extensive avionics installation experience, ability to troubleshoot complex systems, and effective supervision of multiple projects. On-site work with FAA processes and direct customer contact is expected.

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