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We believe that mission success does not start with the mission itself. It begins with our people.
Draken also believes in fair reward and recognition for our employees. As such, 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 much more.
The Role
We are currently recruiting for an A Licenced Aircraft Engineer. The position is to assist the Crew Chief in being responsible to the Chief Engineer, 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, essential to the effective delivery of customer
contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
To be particularly responsible for the maintenance and certification of the said maintenance of aircraft
and aircraft equipment as allocated into their control by the Crew Chief
Support operations and maintenance of aircraft at main base in addition to detached locations
worldwide.
The supervision and performance of ground movements of aircraft assigned to them.
Ensuring that their duties are performed in a safe and proper manner and in accordance with the
relevant Maintenance Manuals, and the Maintenance Organisation Exposition. The certification of
maintenance performed within the scope of their authorisation.
To ensure the correct and timely completion of all aircraft documentation relating to the maintenance
activities performed under their certification. The certification of maintenance performed within the scope of their authorisation.
Ensure work areas are always kept clean and tidy.
Evaluate all existing standards, practices, and procedures with a view to continuous improvement and
efficiency
Experience / skills / qualifications
Previous experience within an aircraft maintenance department that may include, line, base or
workshop environments. Unrestricted CAA Part 66 A Licence with relevant company authorisations as applicable.
Proven track record, over 5 years’ experience within an aircraft maintenance environment is
essential
Good knowledge of Regulatory requirements related to aircraft maintenance is essential
Ability to work and deliver to deadlines
Good level of Communication, Team Building and Partnership skills in dealing with stakeholders.
An understanding, or preferably evidence, of working within a continuous improvement project
Team oriented with proven communication and influencing skills
Customer focussed with good personal and communication skills
Self-Motivated, confident, and assertive
A demonstrated capability to work within, and adhere to, a defined set of organisational values
Medically fit to perform daily engineering duties including detachment working
A willingness to work shift patterns to suit the business needs
Security cleared to meet current UK and ITAR requirements in support of the business
Our employee values
Draken is committed to eliminating unlawful and unfair discrimination and we celebrate the differences that a diverse workforce brings. A range of perspective and talent supports our values and drives our success, with a mix of voices generating better discussions, business decisions and outcomes for all.
At all our sites internationally, every member of the Draken Europe team is accountable to ensure that we are all treated fairly and with respect.
We are also an Armed Forces friendly organisation, and as part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, welcome applications from veterans and services spouses and partners who met the criteria in our job specifications.
In line with our Disability Confident Commitments, we provide reasonable adjustments to facilitate our interview process, please liaise with us if any reasonable adjustments are required.