Lead, Interior Technician - 1366

About the role

This position serves as a Lead Aircraft Interior Technician at West Star Aviation, a leading MRO provider with over 78 years of experience. The role involves leading a team in the installation, modification, repair, refurbishment, and fabrication of aircraft interior components. It also includes parts replacement and general mechanical applications, with the ability to evaluate and adjust modifications.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team to complete necessary jobs/tasks
• Using good judgment in handling day-to-day tasks
• Knowing when to involve your manager or team leader
• Independently managing installations by communicating with the Interior Team Leader and various departmental staff
• Performing quality checks, supervising, and assigning personnel on daily activities
• Training, coaching, and mentoring team members
• Preparing and delivering annual performance evaluations for assigned team members
• Assisting with engineering designs for major modification projects
• Completing removal, repair, and modification of aircraft interior components
• Working independently on projects when required
• Preparing daily turnover sheets
• Effectively and clearly communicating (speaking, writing, reading) in English
• Assisting with major modification work as needed

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of supervisory training classes is preferred
• 8+ Years of experience on aircraft, auto, RV, or Marine interior's
• Exclusive knowledge in all areas of the position
• The ability to evaluate and adjust modifications is essential
• The ability to train and maintain workflow
• The ability to work independently on projects when required

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work under specific deadlines and time constraints
• Reliable transportation to get to work each and every day
• To follow all company and safety rules during the performance of duties
• To maintain customer-oriented work habits
• To assist in major modification work as needed

Skills

• Understanding and implementing regulations and guidelines, including but not limited to OSHA, Hazmat, etc.
• Working with others in a professional manner
• Reading and comprehending various documents
• Planning and organizing procedures and operations
• Supervision working under the supervision of the assigned Team Leader and Interior Management
• Working with minimal supervision when required
• Working conditions the majority of work will be performed in a hangar or shop environment

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 including 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12
• Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity based on Company and Site Performance
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities