Join Draken and Help Deliver World-Class Defence Training
Draken is a trusted provider of mission-critical Operational Readiness Training to military customers worldwide. We deliver advanced airborne services that prepare armed forces to meet evolving threats, employing cutting-edge Electronic Warfare (EW), target towing and mission systems capabilities.
We are seeking a highly motivated Mission Systems Maintenance Specialist to join our engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to work with advanced Electronic Warfare and Target Towing systems, supporting operations both in the UK and on overseas deployments.
As a Mission Systems Maintenance Specialist you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, compliant and effective operation of mission equipment that supports military training missions around the globe.
The Role
Reporting to the Mission Systems Maintenance Lead, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and certifying mission systems equipment used in support of our flying operations.
Safety, quality and regulatory compliance are at the heart of everything we do. You will work within a highly regulated aviation environment where adherence to Part 145 requirements and company standards is essential.
This role offers the opportunity to travel internationally, supporting deployed operations and directly contributing to the success of customer-facing missions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform planned and corrective maintenance on Electronic Warfare and Target Towing systems.
- Conduct fault-finding, diagnosis and repair to component level.
- Certify maintenance activities in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain full compliance with Part 145 regulations and company quality standards.
- Prepare mission systems and associated equipment to support flying programme requirements.
- Carry out component maintenance within departmental capabilities and personal authorisations.
- Complete accurate maintenance records using company documentation and computer-based systems.
- Support UK and overseas detached operations, including preparation of spares packs and deployment equipment.
- Apply safe systems of work and comply with all Safety, Health, Environment (SHE) and Security requirements.
- Assist with certification and release of components, including Part 21G activities where authorised.
- Work collaboratively with maintenance engineers, engineering managers and Electronic Warfare Operators.
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Qualifications
- Completed engineering apprenticeship or recognised equivalent engineering training.
- Previous experience within an aircraft maintenance or engineering workshop environment.
- Experience in fault finding and rectification to component level.
- Electrical and/or mechanical engineering experience.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, drawings and design data.
- Experience using IT systems and maintenance recording software.
- Good written and spoken technical English and basic mathematical skills.
- Medically fit to perform engineering duties and overseas deployment activities.
- Full understanding of safe working practices and risk assessments.
Desirable Experience
- Electronic Warfare, Radar or Defence Systems maintenance experience.
- Aerospace electronics repair and testing experience.
- Soldering and wiring installation to aerospace standards.
- Experience using RF and microwave test equipment.
- Knowledge of aviation maintenance regulations, particularly Part 145.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who:
- Puts safety first in everything they do.
- Thrives in a highly regulated technical environment.
- Enjoys solving complex technical problems.
- Works effectively within a close-knit specialist team.
- Can balance quality, compliance and operational delivery.
- Is flexible and willing to travel internationally at short notice.
- Takes pride in delivering high standards of workmanship.
What's in it for You?
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge defence and Electronic Warfare technologies.
- Overseas deployment opportunities supporting real-world military training.
- A varied and technically challenging role.
- Career development within a growing defence aviation organisation.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The chance to support customers who protect national and international security interests.
Security Requirements
Successful applicants must be capable of obtaining and maintaining the appropriate UK security clearances required for the role, including meeting current UK and ITAR requirements. A willingness to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance may be required.
Ready to take your engineering career to the next level?
Join Draken and become part of a team delivering world-leading adversary air and operational readiness training to defence customers across the globe.
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.