Aircraft Mechanic

Aircraft MechanicHot JobLAL - Lakeland, FL 33811OverviewPosition Type Full Time Job Shift Any Travel Percentage Up to 25%DescriptionAt 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 immediatelyOVERVIEW/DUTIES/DESCRIPTIONPerforms/supervises repair & reclamation and maintenance support functionsPerforms end-of-runway, post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, and phase inspectionsDetects and advises on problems maintaining, servicing, and inspecting aircraft, removed components and related aerospace equipmentUses technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systemsInterprets/advises on maintenance procedures/policies to repair aircraft, parts and equipmentTroubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipmentRemoves, installs and operationally checks aircraft componentsMaintains, rebuilds and/or overhauls aircraft components according to technical dataConducts functional tests of repaired components and systemsSupervises and performs aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operationsOthers duties as assignedQualificationsHigh School Diploma/GEDMust speak, read, write, and understand EnglishMust have at least 7 years hands-on aircraft maintenance experienceMust be willing to travel up to 25% of the timeMust be able to work day shift, night shift, weekends as requiredMust 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 ExcelObtain/maintain aircraft/equipment Red X/IPI certificationObtain/maintain security clearanceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIESGreat attention to detailProfessional appearance and conduct with customers, vendors and co-workersAbility to work in a fast paced, hands-on environmentFlexibility, team orientation, ability and willingness to learnEffective Communication SkillsPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENTRegularly works in a hangar and a flight line environment.Extensive sitting to climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demandsAbility to lift 25 poundsREQUIRED DOCUMENTSFederal 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. Check requiredDrug Screening RequiredSecurity clearance may be requiredEEO STATEMENTDraken 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. TRANSPARENCY STATEMENTThe 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 ACCOMMODATIONAs 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or in writing at 3330 Flightline Drive Lakeland, Florida 33811.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIESPlease 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.