Aviation Structures Technician - Fighter Jet Specialist

Draken International; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First-day medical coverage

401(k) match after 60 days

PTO from day one

Job summary

Draken International in Lakeland, Florida seeks an experienced Aircraft Structures Technician to maintain and repair the largest fleet of tactical military fighter jets. Read drawings, fabricate and install structural components, and ensure integrity and balance of aircraft.

The role requires 10+ years of related experience, precision fabrication skills, and the ability to work with engineering documentation. FAA license preferred; security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 10+ years of directly related aircraft sheet metal/structures experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manuals.
• Ability to fabricate parts without drawings (ribs, stringers, skins).
• Ability to identify locations by station, butt-line, waterline per docs and orders.
• Ability to solve problems and install modifications per orders.
• Must maintain/obtain security clearance; FAA license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals and notes.
• Perform structural pick-up, removal, replacement, or realignment of parts.
• Use drills, angle motors, shears, brakes, drill presses, riveters.
• Install and fit clamps, brackets, longerons, bulkheads, and components.
• Fabricate ribs, stringers, and skins; form and alter parts as needed.
• Assess structural parts to preserve integrity and balance aircraft.
• Advise on repairs, corrosion protection, and modifications.
• Document maintenance in automated systems.

Skills

Sheet metal experience

Precision measuring

Fabrication from drawings

Engineering docs interpretation

Problem solving

Shift flexibility

Security clearance readiness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

FAA Airframe/Powerplant License (preferred)

Tools

Metalworking equipment

Inspection tools (micrometers, calipers)

Job description

Draken International in Lakeland, Florida seeks an experienced Aircraft Structures Technician to maintain and repair the largest fleet of tactical military fighter jets. Read drawings, fabricate and install structural components, and ensure integrity and balance of aircraft.

The role requires 10+ years of related experience, precision fabrication skills, and the ability to work with engineering documentation. FAA license preferred; security clearance may be required.