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Aerospace Engineer - DAS - East Alton - 1405

West Star Aviation Inc. · East Alton, IL · 1 wk ago
Engineering$90k–$130k/yrFull-time

About the role

DAS Aviation is a premier supplier of aircraft parts and repair assets, dedicated to delivering value, reliability, and innovative solutions to the global business aviation community.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level technical support for our growing aircraft maintenance operations.
  • Go beyond the desk, providing on-wing support and designing FAA-compliant repairs that directly improve aircraft availability.
  • Leverage your extensive experience with SRM, AMM, and CMM data to analyze systems performance and drive maintenance reliability projects.
  • Lead fleet-wide maintenance reliability projects and analyze system performance to improve aircraft availability and reduce costs.
  • Manage administrative tasks, technical writing, and direct customer coordination, including occasional night or weekend support.
  • Travel up to 10% to various customer and vendor locations across the USA to support maintenance efforts.

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • A bachelor’s or associate degree from an accredited institution in Engineering.
  • A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal but not required.
  • A&P License, Maintenance Control, Aircraft Cabin Entertainment/Avionics experience or other shop experience preferred.
  • Work experience of 3+ years.
  • Structural repair experience.
  • Extensive experience in reading/researching aircraft AMM/IPC/SRM/CMM Data.
  • Experience in corporate aircraft supporting Part 145 repair stations is preferred.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
  • Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.
  • Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
  • Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
  • You must have reliable transportation to get 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.

Skills

  • Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in reading/researching aircraft technical data, as required, (practical exam to be given).

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
  • Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits.
  • 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match.
  • Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals.
  • Flexible Work Schedules include 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12.
  • Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay means you are paid more often.
  • Bonus Opportunity based on Company and Site Performance.
  • Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities.

Pay

The salary rate for this position generally ranges between $90,000- $130,000. Actual rate will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience and performance.

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