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Flightstar has been in business as the Fixed Base Operator in Central Illinois at the Champaign-Urbana’s Willard Airport (KCMI) since December of 1978. From the beginning with just a flight training operation and a single aircraft, three employees that operated out of a construction trailer; Flightstar has grown into a well-respected full-service FBO and MRO facility employing over 150 remarkable people.
Our facilities encompass nearly half of the airport grounds with a 10,000-square-foot corporate terminal facility and over 127,000 square feet of maintenance facilities.
Aircraft Maintenance
Bombardier Challenger A&P Mechanics
General Aviation Division
Starting Pay $27 – $35 per hour
The Flightstar General Aviation Division is actively seeking A&P Mechanics with experience associated with the Bombardier Challenger line of aircraft for our expanding service facility! Technicians perform scheduled maintenance and inspections for complex modifications and repairs.
Qualifications:
- Experience with the Bombardier Challenger product line and maintenance procedures.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Current A&P Mechanics license.
- Completion of drug screening at the time of hire.
- Must be able to read, write, interpret, and speak the English language.
- Candidates must pass background checks before the employment start date.
- Candidates must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for Flightstar.
Airline Division A&P Mechanics
Airline Division
Starting Pay $29 – $35 per hour
We are currently accepting applications for Experienced and entry-level A&P licensed mechanics.
Whether you’re a fresh, newly licensed A&P mechanic looking to get a start in the industry or, a seasoned veteran looking to find employment with a stable company that provides good benefits, look no further!
As a mechanic for Flightstar’s Airline Division, you will primarily work indoors in some of the newest, cleanest, and well-lit heated hangars in the industry.
This job requires a willingness and ability to learn new things, multi-task, and be detail-oriented. All applicants must prove to be drug-free, possess a current A&P Mechanic’s license, and valid driver’s license, and have the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
Details:
- Hourly rates start at $27.15 plus a $2 per hour shift differential
- Increases in starting pay for prior experience.
- Third Shift | 7:30 pm – 6:00 am.
- Valid driver and A&P Mechanics license.
- Must be able to read, write, interpret, and speak the English language.
- Candidates must pass background checks before the employment start date.
- Candidates must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for Flightstar.
A&P Mechanics
Business Aviation Division
Starting Pay $27 – $35 per hour
We are currently accepting applications for Experienced and entry-level A&P licensed mechanics.
Whether you’re a fresh, newly licensed A&P mechanic looking to get a start in the industry or, a seasoned veteran looking to find employment with a stable company that provides good benefits, look no further!
As a mechanic for Flightstar’s Airline Division, you will primarily work indoors in some of the newest, cleanest, and well-lit heated hangars in the industry.
This job requires a willingness and ability to learn new things, multi-task, and be detail-oriented. All applicants must prove to be drug-free, possess a current A&P Mechanic’s license, and valid driver’s license, and have the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
Details:
- Day Shifts
- Valid driver and A&P Mechanics license.
- Must be able to read, write, interpret, and speak the English language.
- Candidates must pass background checks before the employment start date.
- Candidates must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for Flightstar..
Aircraft Sheet Metal / Structures Technicians
Structures Division
Starting Pay $27 – $35 per hour
Flightstar is actively seeking Aircraft Sheet Metal / Structures Technicians at our Savoy IL, MRO facility. A&P Mechanics license is preferred but not required. The starting salary is dictated by prior experience levels.
Qualifications:
- Completion of drug screening at the time of hire.
- Must be able to read, write, interpret, and speak the English language.
- Candidates must pass background checks before the employment start date.
- Candidates must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for Flightstar.
Experienced Avionics Installer
Avionics Division
Starting Pay $22 – $35 per hour
The Flightstar Avionics Department is in search of an experienced Avionics Installation and Service Technician. Daily operations range from troubleshooting to complete installation of avionics suites in private aircraft.
Experience with Part 23 and Part 25 aircraft is required and a minimum of 5 years installation experience is preferred.
Qualifications:
- Prior Part 23 or Part 25 experience.
- Prior avionics installation experience.
- Completion of drug screening at the time of hire.
- Must be able to read, write, interpret, and speak the English language.
- Candidates must pass background checks before the employment start date.
- Candidates must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for Flightstar.
Flight Department
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Line Department
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Support Staff
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Flightstar provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.