Aircraft Maintenance Technician

We are West Star Aviation, one of the nation’s leading aviation maintenance providers. Our specialties include scheduled maintenance, on-demand mobile maintenance for unscheduled events, and related services in the areas of structural repairs, composite work, non-destructive testing (NDT) and paint capabilities.

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for knowing, understanding, and accomplishing all required steps associated with compliance of the maintenance work scope assigned. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure all work is accomplished in accordance with WSA's policies and procedures (RSQCM), manufacturer’s maintenance manuals, and FAA regulations.
• Document maintenance discrepancies and take necessary actions to correct the items.
• Immediately notify the Lead Mechanic of any problem areas such as parts, materials, workmanship, or airworthiness issues.
• Provides the Lead Mechanic with a detailed report of work progression and open items to be included in the shift turnover log.
• Proper tagging of Aircraft components, parts, and panels appropriately stored including racks by aircraft.
• Maintain work areas, buildings, and equipment which are utilized for Aircraft Maintenance in a safe, clean, and operative condition.
• Have sufficient hand tools to perform maintenance duties.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Lead Mechanic.
• The Aircraft Mechanic, certified, may delegate any duties to any qualified assistant; however, such delegation does not relieve the Aircraft Mechanic of overall responsibility.
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts including, nights, holidays, weekends and days off.
• Ability to physically perform climbing, stooping, stretching, walk or stand for lengthy periods of time, etc. for operations related to the job and lift up to 50 pounds.

Job Requirements:

• Working knowledge of FAA regulations
• Good computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe
• Ability to understand and interpret aircraft technical data
• ‪Effective communication in English, oral and written
• ‪Ability to successfully work with others as part of a team in order to achieve established goals
• Available for foreign and domestic travel, as needed

Licenses/Certifications Required:

• Valid and current Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Valid Driver’s License
• Valid Passport

Lists above includes the main items for this job position to be successful, but not limited to other things that might come about in time. The person applying for this position must understand that the objectives, responsibilities, and requirements could change for better success for the company and the person.

West Star Aviation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.