Aircraft Mechanic

Aircraft Mechanic

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LAL - Lakeland, FL 33811

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Travel Percentage Up to 25%

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 skilled, dedicated Aircraft Mechanics to maintain and operate the largest fleet of commercial tactical military fighter jets as we challenge todays warriors for tomorrows fight. If you're looking to join a team with Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Teamwork at the core of its values, apply today!

We offer:
First day medical coverage; 401(k) match after 60 days, PTO available to use immediately

OVERVIEW/DUTIES/DESCRIPTION

• Performs/supervises repair & reclamation and maintenance support functions
• Performs end-of-runway, post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, and phase inspections
• Detects and advises on problems maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft, removed components and related aerospace equipment
• Uses 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 operationally 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
• Others duties as assigned

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English
• Must have at least 7 years hands-on aircraft maintenance experience
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time
• Must be able to work day shift, night shift, weekends as required
• 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 (input/extract data) and basic computer software programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Obtain/maintain aircraft/equipment Red X/IPI certification
• Obtain/maintain security clearance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Great attention to detail
• Professional appearance and conduct with customers, vendors and co-workers
• Ability to work in a fast paced, hands-on environment
• Flexibility, team orientation, ability and willingness to learn
• Effective Communication Skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly works in a hangar and a flight line environment.
• Extensive sitting to climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands
• Ability to lift 25 pounds

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.

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• 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.

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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…