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 Team Lead, Interior Technician at West Star:

This position requires an advanced knowledge of aircraft interior removal and installations, modifications, and technical knowledge. The job involves supervising crew leads, scheduling, quoting, training, and customer support.  The ability to evaluate and adjust manpower and schedules when necessary.  Training and maintaining workflow will be essential.  Job duties will vary by type and scope as designated by the Interior Senior Team Leader or Program Manager.  Will be required to work independently.

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Manage crews by communicating with Interior Crew Leaders and various other departmental staff, determining flow for completing assignments.
• Perform quality checks, supervise and assign personnel on daily activities.
• Perform training, coaching and mentoring of crew leads to develop the job knowledge and performance.
• Prepare and deliver performance evaluations of assigned team members.
• Assist with engineering on design for major modification projects.
• Work independently on projects when required.
• Assist with training to ensure job knowledge and performance of interior personnel
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

What you’ll need to bring with you:

Your Education

A High school diploma or equivalent. Supervisor or managerial course completions preferred. A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Your Experience

5+ years prior experience aircraft interior to include involvement in supervision of four or more team members is preferred.

2+ years’ experience in heavy modifications preferred.

An advanced knowledge of FAA paperwork, work orders and use of Corridor systems.

Your Initiative:

We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common. Leading and providing incentive to other team members as well as dealing with customers directly to include areas of conflict with be the norm.

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.

Supervision of team members in daily operations and duties.

Completion of work orders, FAA paperwork.

Other Particulars:

Physical Requirements                        

Lift and carry at least 50 lbs.

Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.

Routing or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Basic personal computer operations.

Mental Requirements                            

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.

Work with others in a professional manner.

Coordinate projects.

Team management skills.

Read various reports and blue prints

Supervision       

Will directly supervise multiple technicians.

Will work under supervision of assigned Senior Team Leader and Program Manager.

Work with other Team Leaders on multiple projects in a cooperative manner.

Working Conditions                              

The majority of work will be accomplished in a hangar environment which can include very hot or very cold temperatures

Work outside during aircraft runs will occur.

Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Equipment Used

Personal hand tools supplied by the technician.

Electrical power tools such as sanders, saws, power drills, etc.

Sheet metal cutters, glue guns and metal benders.

Computer, copy machine, work order print outs and standard office equipment