AMVETS Jobs

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, dedicatedAircraft Mechanicsto 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 and 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
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• At least 1 year of hands-on aircraft maintenance experiencepreferred
• FAA issued AandP certification preferred
• Able to travel
• Must be able towork various shifts including some weekend shifts
• Working knowledge of depot and flight line maintenance and aircraft safety directors
• Able to read technical orders and use computer is required
• Ability to obtain/maintain aircraft/equipment Red X/IPI certificationis preferred
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance is preferred

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES

• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced, hands-on environment
• F lexibility, team orientation, ability and willingness to learn
• Effective Communication Skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Environment includes working in the maintenance depot
• Frequent climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, etc.