B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer

Draken Europe; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Draken Europe is seeking a B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to enhance aircraft maintenance operations. The role entails ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while guiding team development. Candidates should possess a CAA Part 66 license and have at least 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience.

Benefits

Up to 12% matching pension contributions

Bonus incentives

Discounted PMI

Electric car scheme

Tech vouchers

Wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Hold an unrestricted CAA Part 66 B1 and/or B2 licence with relevant type ratings.
• Over 5 years of proven experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Good knowledge of regulatory requirements related to aircraft maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the overall performance of the aircraft maintenance operation.
• Ensure technical staff adhere to safety standards.
• Certify maintenance performed by the team.

Skills

Communication

Team Building

Stakeholder Management

Motivation

Change Management

Job description

Draken Europe offers exciting careers that matter.

We believe that mission success begins with our people, not just the mission itself.

Draken is committed to fair reward and recognition for our employees. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including up to 12% matching pension contributions, bonus incentives, discounted PMI, electric car scheme, tech vouchers, wellbeing programmes, and more.

The Role

We are currently recruiting a B2 Licensed Aircraft Engineer to assist the Crew Chief. The engineer will report to the Chief Engineer and be responsible for the safety, regulatory compliance, and operational performance of all Part-145/A8-23 aircraft maintenance activities within the Aircraft Maintenance department and detached locations. The role also involves supporting engineering decisions and guiding personal and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the overall performance of the aircraft maintenance operation and personnel at relevant stations.
• Promote a “Just Culture” regarding safety and reporting of occurrences.
• Be responsible for maintenance and certification of aircraft and equipment allocated by the Crew Chief.
• Support operations and maintenance of aircraft at main base and detached locations worldwide.
• Supervise and perform ground movements of assigned aircraft.
• Ensure technical staff adhere to safety standards and follow Maintenance Manuals and Organisation Exposition.
• Certify maintenance performed by the team.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of aircraft documentation related to maintenance activities.
• Coordinate engineering activities to enable the team to meet targets within budget.
• Bring previous experience from an aircraft maintenance environment, including line, base, or workshop settings.
• Hold an unrestricted CAA Part 66 B1 and/or B2 licence with relevant type ratings and/or company authorisations, with over 5 years of proven experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Possess good knowledge of regulatory requirements related to aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Strong communication, team-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to motivate and influence change aligned with company values.
• Experience or understanding of continuous improvement projects.

Our Employee Values

Draken is committed to eliminating discrimination and celebrating diversity. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our success, with different perspectives driving better decisions and outcomes.

We ensure fair treatment and respect for all team members across our international sites.

We are an Armed Forces friendly organization, welcoming applications from veterans and spouses/partners, supporting the Armed Forces Covenant.

In line with our Disability Confident commitments, we provide reasonable adjustments during the interview process. Please contact us if needed.

About Us

We provide adversarial support, electronic attack, and customized rotary-wing training with a vast fleet, cutting-edge hardware, and experienced instructors to support your mission.

Our services are available in the UK, US, and NATO countries, ensuring our allies are prepared to prevail.