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Citation Aircraft Maintenance Technician

West Star Aviation
East Alton, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Nov 2025

About the role

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 an Aircraft Maintenance Technician at West Star:

Whether you are replacing or repairing parts, troubleshooting electrical/mechanical/hydraulic and pneumatic systems or performing inspections on some of the most sophisticated civilian aircraft in the world, no day is the same. What is the same, is that each day will bring new experiences and opportunities for growth.

 

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

  • Performing general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
  • Removal and installation of panels and components,
  • Troubleshooting and problem solving aircraft system/component issues
  • De-fueling aircraft,
  • Engine removal/installations,
  • Operating ground support equipment,
  • Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components
  • Aircraft movement and assistance in performance runs/ taxiing
  • Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling
  • Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases
  • 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. A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

 

Your Experience:

 

AMT I:

Airframe or Powerplant license is required. Airframe license is preferred.

0-2 years of experience in aviation maintenance, avionics, or similar.

These technicians have limited to moderate knowledge of general maintenance aspects

Technicians require close supervision of general maintenance tasks

 

AMT II:

Airframe or Powerplant license is required. Airframe license is preferred.

2-4 years of experience working in aviation maintenance

Experience working on corporate aircraft is preferred but not essential.

These technicians have considerable knowledge of the job and general maintenance aspects.

Technicians require general supervision on routine maintenance and more detailed instruction for new or special assignments.

 

AMT III:

Airframe license is required; in addition, Powerplant license is highly preferred

4-6+ years’ experience in aviation maintenance

Experience working on corporate aircraft is highly preferred but not essential.

These technicians have full knowledge of general, detailed, and special assignments in aircraft maintenance

 

AMT IV (Master)

Airframe and Powerplant license is required.

6+ years’ experience in aviation maintenance

Must have extensive experience on corporate aircraft platforms

Subject matter expert in all areas of the job

 

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.

 

Your Sense of Responsibility:      

Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments. 

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