Weekend Position Available
Shift: Friday to Sunday, 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM
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.
When you join our team, we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days, and much more. We don’t want you to live to work; we want you to work and live.
What you can expect as a Structures Technician at West Star:
As a Structures Technician, each day will bring new experiences and opportunities for growth. You will need to have a basic to advanced knowledge of turbine aircraft structures, reading blueprints, working from drawings, fastening systems, procedures, and techniques. The Structures Technician will report to the MRO Services Manager and will be responsible for completing repairs on aircraft parts and components. This position requires the Technician to display a professional demeanor and create a work environment that fosters mutual respect between co-workers, customers, and vendors. This challenging position requires the Technician to be a team player, working across various departments, while accomplishing tasks with minimal supervision and a strong sense of focus on details, quality, and safety.
You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS, including:
• Perform basic sheet metal operations, including drilling, riveting, and cutting on airframes and associated components.
• Apply and remove sealant, sound-deadening materials, and finish coatings as required.
• Maintain, clean, and repair shop facilities, equipment, and tooling when necessary.
• Use basic computer skills to navigate electronic training modules, technical manuals, and maintenance databases.
• Comply with current Federal Aviation Regulations, as well as Repair Station and Quality Control Manual policies and procedures.
• Accurately complete all required maintenance entries on forms and work orders used by the Repair Station.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe operations.
• When working off-site, follow all processes and procedures outlined in the Repair Station Manual.
• Ensure proper tooling and equipment are used, calibrated, and in good working condition for each maintenance task.
• Confirm that all repairs and overhauls are performed within the authority of the Repair Station and inspected by the inspection department.
• Handle and tag all parts appropriately throughout the repair process and upon completion.
• Conduct incoming inspections of parts, supplies, and articles to determine airworthiness before use in repairs or modifications.
• Prevent the installation of any defective, non-conforming, or unairworthy parts in components or assemblies.
• Communicate effectively and clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by a supervisor or member of management.
