Aircraft Mechanic II

Draken International; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

First-day medical coverage

Company-matched 401(k) after 60 days

PTO

Job summary

Draken International is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic II to perform and supervise repairs on the company’s fleet of fighter jets, including post-flight and depot inspections. You will diagnose maintenance issues using technical data and ensure adherence to safety directives and technical orders.

The role requires 5 years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience, the ability to travel up to 25% on TDY assignments, and flexibility to work various shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with fighter aircraft is preferred.
• Willingness to travel TDY and work varied shifts.
• Must understand aircraft safety directives and maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs/supervises repairs and maintenance on fighter aircraft.
• Performs post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, phase and depot inspections.
• Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures, systems, components and related equipment.
• Interprets maintenance procedures and policies to repair aircraft and components.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork & flexibility

Communication skills

English language proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

FAA A&P license (preferred)

Red X/IPI certification

Security clearance

ITAR compliance knowledge

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: LAL - Lakeland, FL 33811Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: Any

At Draken, we have created a new standard in aviation service capabilities for all branches of the United States Military, Department of Defense and allied militaries globally. We are looking for a skilled, dedicated A-4 Aircraft Mechanic II to maintain and operate the largest fleet of commercial tactical military fighter jets as we challenge today's warriors for tomorrow's fight. If you're looking to join a team with Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Teamwork at the core of its values,

Draken offers

• Competitive pay and benefits, first-day medical coverage, company-matched 401(k) after 60 days and PTO

JOB OVERVIEW

• Performs/supervises repairs and maintenance functions on fighter aircraft
• Performs post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, phase and depot inspections
• Detects and advises problems maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft, removed components and related aerospace equipment
• Use technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems
• Interprets/advises on maintenance procedures/policies to repair aircraft, parts and equipment
• Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment
• Removes, installs and performs operational checks aircraft components
• Maintains, rebuilds and/or overhauls aircraft components according to technical data
• Conducts functional tests of repaired components and systems
• Supervises and performs aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Fighter Jet Experience preferred
• Must have at least 5 years hands-on aircraft maintenance experience
• FAA A&P license preferred
• Must be able to travel on TDY assignments
• Must be able to work various shifts
• Must have an in-depth working knowledge of aircraft safety directives, aircraft/vehicle movement, flight line operations, aircraft technical orders/job guides/publications (read, interpret, follow and comprehend schematics, diagrams, drawings and technical orders)
• Must have a working knowledge of computers
• Obtain/maintain aircraft/equipment Red X/IPI certification
• Obtain/maintain security clearance
• Must meet ITAR compliance requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility, team orientation, ability and willingness to learn
• Effective Communication Skills
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly works in the hangar or on the flight line.

Extensive sitting to climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking

Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands.

Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Draken participates in E-Verify and applicants selected for employment will be required to provide proof of citizenship and identification.

https://www.uscis.gov/us-citizenship/proof-us-citizenship-and-identification-when-applying-a-job

https://www.e-verify.gov

• Background Check required
• Drug Screening Required
• Security clearance may be required

EEO STATEMENT

Draken International is a drug-free workplace committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. 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. https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

PAY TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise, have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

ACCESSIBILITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Draken International LLC. complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Draken International LLC. via email [e-mail] or in writing at 3330 Flightline Drive Lakeland, Florida 33811.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Draken International LLC. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Draken International LLC will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Draken International LLC explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Draken International LLC.