West Star is pleased to announce Tim Whitehead as the new Falcon Project Manager at their East Alton, IL (ALN) facility.

Tim has over 12 years of experience in aviation with Boeing with roles as Assembly Mechanic, inspector and Manufacturing/Operations Manager. Tim has his master’s and bachelor’s degree from McKendree University and his Associates of Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology as well as his FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certification from Southwestern Illinois Community College. He also served 8 years in the Marine Corps as in Infantryman and Combat Marksmanship Instructor.

“Tim’s stellar aviation expertise will add value to the West Star team, while also greatly benefiting our Falcon customers,” said Scott Koehler, Senior Manager of Project Management (ALN).

“I appreciate the opportunity to continue my career with such a well-established MRO and excited to join the team and meet all the customers, while hopefully exceeding their expectations,” said Tim Whitehead, Falcon Project Manager