West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.
What you can expect as AOG Technician at West Star:
The AOG Technician will report to the regional AOG Manager. Technicians will be responsible for completing time-sensitive aircraft repairs in the field. This position requires the technician to display a professional demeanor and project this atmosphere to our customers while working in sometimes unfamiliar locations throughout our region. This challenging position is key to providing our customers with the same exceptional service they are accustomed to wherever their aircraft may be while working with minimal supervision
You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:
- Perform AOG maintenance on a variety of corporate and general aviation aircraft.
- Perform maintenance on a variety of corporate and general aviation aircraft including but not limited to the aircraft specified as well as Citation, Global Express, Challenger, Gulfstream, Phenom 100 & 300 Challenger, and Hawker.
- Perform a wide range of maintenance duties to include inspections, testing, repair, and servicing of aircraft.
- Perform maintenance IAW with FAA approved technical data and WSA Certified Repair Station guidelines.
- Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and methods of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Maintenance shop cleanup, organization, and basic office duties.
- Accurately complete all appropriate maintenance, work order, and RTS paperwork.
- Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
What you’ll need to bring with you:
Your Education
A 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.
Your Experience
Successful candidates for this position will have a minimum of 5 years of experience providing maintenance on one of the following aircraft:
- Embraer Phenom 100 & 300
- Hawker 800/900
- Cessna Citation Series
- Dassault Falcon
- Bombardier Challenger 350/650
- Bombardier Global 5000/6000.
Experience with Apple and Microsoft products especially Outlook, Word, and Excel spreadsheets
Your Initiative:
We’re looking for a team player who is self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.
Your Sense of Responsibility:
Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
Must 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.
Completion of work orders, FAA paperwork.
Other Particulars:
Physical Requirements
Work on elevated platforms (up to 40 feet in the air) using fall protection safety gear
Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time while performing repairs
Lift 70 lbs.
Operate basic hand tools and ground equipment
Work in confined spaces