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 first. Operate at Draken in accordance with the SHE Technical standards. Identify where the SHE Technical Standards are applicable to appointed operations/tasks and apply safe systems of work identified. To maintain the overall performance of the aircraft maintenance operation and its personnel at a relevant station. This includes, but is not limited to:
Safety first. Operate at Draken in accordance with the SHE Technical standards. Identify where the SHE Technical Standards are applicable to appointed operations/tasks and apply safe systems of work identified.
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To maintain the overall performance of the aircraft maintenance operation and its personnel at a relevant station. This includes, but is not limited to:
Safety, Quality & Regulatory Compliance
Promote a “Just Culture” regarding safety and reporting of occurrences within the business
To be particularly responsible for the maintenance and certification of the said maintenance of aircraft and aircraft equipment as allocated into their control by the Crew Chief
Support operations and maintenance of aircraft at main base in addition to detached locations worldwide.
The supervision and performance of ground movements of aircraft assigned to them.
Ensuring that all technical staff working within their supervision carries out their duties in a safe and proper manner and in accordance with the relevant Maintenance Manuals, and the Maintenance Organisation Exposition. The certification of maintenance performed by their team.
To ensure the correct and timely completion of all aircraft documentation relating to the maintenance activities performed under their supervision and certification.
To co-ordinate engineering activities, enabling the team to complete tasks to target and within budget
To review the team performance and provide feedback to the Crew Chief
Ensure areas under supervision are always kept clean and tidy.
Evaluate all 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
Assisting the Crew Chief in prioritising tasks and scheduling requirements
Assisting the Crew Chief in the development of the team
Ensuring company core values are maintained at all times
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
An 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
A demonstrated capability to work within, and adhere to, a defined set of organisational values
Medically fit to perform daily engineering duties including detachment working
A 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
An 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 met 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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