What you’ll need to bring with you:
Your Education
A high school diploma or equivalent, plus an Airframe and Powerplant License or Repairman Certificate, is 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.
Your Experience
Extensive experience in maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations under Part 43. Must be proficient with inspection equipment and visual inspection aids appropriate for the article being inspected.
Your Initiative
We’re looking for a self‑motivated team player who can perform in a fast‑paced environment where deadlines and time constraints are common.
Your Sense of Responsibility
Attend work every day as scheduled, including overtime and weekend assignments.
Notify your supervisor in advance of shift start time if unable to work.
Have reliable transportation to work each day.
Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
Maintain customer‑oriented work habits.
Direct the work and flow of multiple projects.
Supervise team members in daily operations and duties.
Complete work orders and FAA paperwork.
Other Particulars:
Physical Requirements
Lift at least 70 lbs.
Routine walking, bending, squatting, or sitting
Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands
Work in confined spaces
Sit or stand for prolonged periods while performing repairs
Work on elevated platforms (up to 40 feet) using fall‑protection safety gear
Mental Requirements
Understand and implement regulations and guidelines
Troubleshoot or evaluate system operations
Work professionally with others
Input and retrieve information from computers
Experience with Apple and Microsoft products, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel
Ability to travel to various locations, in all weather conditions, to perform repairs
Work independently with minimal supervision
Working Conditions
Most work will be performed in a hangar environment, which may include very hot or very cold temperatures
Work outside during aircraft runs will occur
Work in varied positions in and around the aircraft
Equipment Used
Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic
Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment
Jacks, stands, lifts, and other support devices
Tugs, power carts, and other engine‑powered equipment
Personal computer and work‑order prints
The list 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 the 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.