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Aircraft Mechanic II

Draken
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jan 2026

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Job Location: Seymour Johnson Kinston - Kinston, NC 28504

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, 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!

Draken offers: Competitive pay and benefits, first-day medical coverage, company-matched 401(k) after 60 days and PTO

 

JOB OVERVIEW

  • Performs/supervises repair & 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

  • Fighter Jet Experience preferred

  • Must have at least 5 years hands-on aircraft maintenance experience 

  • FAA A&P license preferred

  • Must be able to travel on TDY assignments

  • Must be able to work various shifts 

  • Must 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 

  • Obtain/maintain aircraft/equipment Red X/IPI certification

  • Obtain/maintain security clearance

  • Must meet ITAR compliance requirements

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Flexibility, team orientation, ability and willingness to learn

  • Effective Communication Skills

  • Must be able to read, write and understand the English language

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Regularly works in the hangar or on the flight line.
  • Extensive sitting to climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking 
  • Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands.
  • Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.

 

 

 

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, hand

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