Draken is searching for an experienced Engines / Aerospace Propulsion Specialist to maintain F-16 A/B model aircraft and the PW-220 engines at the Romanian Air Force (RoAF) F-16 Training Center at the 86th Air Base, near Borcea, Romania. These aircraft will be used to train RoAF pilots.
If you meet the qualifications and are looking for an exciting opportunity with Draken, apply now! Lodging, tools, travel, and transportation is provided.
JOB OVERVIEW
Responsibilities:
- Interpret and apply directives and technical publications related to aircraft maintenance operations.
- Perform troubleshooting, scheduled maintenance, and repair activities on fuel, electrical, oil, and engine airflow systems in accordance with technical publications.
- Execute detailed diagnostics to assess system components functionality and determine serviceability using engineering drawings and specifications.
- Use precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and standard scales for component measurement and assessment.
- Carry out other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in maintenance and repair of F-16 aircraft engines, specifically the Pratt & Whitney PW-220.
- Demonstrated experience at the Organizational (O) or Intermediate (I) level maintenance on F-16 platforms.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical manuals and data written in English.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills across multiple aircraft systems.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES
- Ability to work in a fast paced, hands-on environment
- Flexibility, team orientation, ability and willingness to learn
- Effective Communication Skills
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.
https://www.uscis.gov/us-citizenship/proof-us-citizenship-and-identification-when-applying-a-job
https://www.e-verify.gov
- 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. https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
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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 contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
ACCESSIBILITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
As 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 hrdrakenintl.com or in writing at 3330 Flightline Drive Lakeland, Florida 33811
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please 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