Draken offer exciting careers that matter. 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
The Licensed Aircraft Engineer (LAE) will support the Crew Chief and report to the Chief Engineer, ensuring the safe, compliant, and effective delivery of all Part‑145/A8‑23 aircraft maintenance activities across base and detached locations. The role supports operational performance, customer contractual requirements, and provides technical guidance to the engineering team.
Special Conditions
Safety and regulatory compliance are the highest priorities in this highly regulated environment. The LAE is expected to champion a strong safety‑first culture, promoting SHE and security across all maintenance activities. Flexibility is essential, with a requirement to work additional hours and deploy on UK and overseas detachments to meet operational demands.
Key Responsibilities
* Safety, Quality & Regulatory Compliance
* Promote a “Just Culture” regarding safety and reporting of occurrences within the business
* Maintain and certify the aircraft and equipment under their control as allocated by the Crew Chief
* Support operations and maintenance of aircraft at the main base in addition to detached locations worldwide
* Supervise and conduct ground movements of aircraft assigned to them
* Ensure that all technical staff working within their supervision carries out duties safely and properly in accordance with the relevant Maintenance Manuals and Maintenance Organisation Exposition, and certify the maintenance performed by their team
* Ensure timely completion of all aircraft documentation relating to the maintenance activities performed under their supervision and certification
* Coordinate engineering activities, enabling the team to complete tasks to target and within budget
* Review the team performance and provide feedback to the Crew Chief
* Ensure areas under supervision are kept clean and tidy
* Evaluate existing standards, practices, and procedures with a view to continuous improvement and efficiency
* Assist the Crew Chief (where applicable) in the day‑to‑day functions of the team and deputise in their absence
* Assist the Crew Chief in prioritising tasks and scheduling requirements
* Assist the Crew Chief in the development of the team
* Ensure company core values are maintained at all times
* Achieve optimal aircraft maintenance performance; maintain excellent customer and stakeholder relations
* Proactive monitoring and maintenance of their authorisations to always ensure recency and compliance
* Other tasks as set by the Crew Chief or Chief Engineer that are considered to be within the capabilities of the individual and required as part of the daily running of the engineering department
Personal Skills/Abilities
* Good change and basic project management skills
* Team oriented with proven communication and influencing skills
* Ability to supervise a team of people to achieve the desired tasks
* Customer focussed with good personal and communication skills
* Self‑motivated, confident, and assertive
* Demonstrated capability to work within, and adhere to, a defined set of organisational values
* Medically fit to perform daily engineering duties including detachment working
* Willingness to work shift patterns to suit the business needs
* Security cleared to meet current UK and ITAR requirements in support of the business
Educational Vocational Qualifications
* Previous experience within an aircraft maintenance department that may include line, base or workshop environments
* Unrestricted CAA Part 66 B1 and/or B2 licence with relevant type rating(s) and/or 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
* The ability to motivate people and influence change in line with company organisational values
* Understanding, or preferably evidence, of working within a continuous improvement project
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 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 meet 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.
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