Draken Europe offers exciting careers that matter. We believe that mission success does not start with the mission itself. It begins with our people. R ole Purpose Draken Europe are recruiting for multiple Structures/Sheet Metal Fitters to support Base Maintenance activities to the appointed Supervisor and/or Licensed Aircraft Engineer, working on our fixed wing fleet of Aircraft. These positions are based at our Bournemouth International Airport site. As an Aircraft Fitter your skills and qualifications will ideally include: Aviation apprenticeship background Aircraft structures experience working in an Aircraft line or base maintenance facility. Experience of service or commercial aircraft engineering/operations (desirable) Ability to gain full UK security clearance if not already gained. Motivated team member and physically fit to undertake manual tasks around and on board the aircraft Medically fit for detachment As an Aircraft Fitter your main responsibilities will involve: Safety first. Operate at Draken Europe 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. Apply countermeasures identified in applicable risk assessment to appointed operations/tasks. To perform base maintenance and when required line maintenance on company and customer operated aircraft including, servicing, inspections, modifications and defect rectification. Reporting to your LAE & SLAE you will need to work in an efficient and timely manner to meet the allocated task times. The control of any material or Company equipment provided for the task. The cleanliness of the working area at all times. Keep all associated Base Maintenance equipment replenished and ensure service dates are complied with. There is a possibility of working shift patterns when required to meet operational demands. 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. We are also an Armed Forces friendly organization, 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., Whether it is adversarial support, electronic attack or customised rotary-wing training, we offer the most accurate and advanced readiness training in the industry. Our vast, differentiated fleet, cutting edge hardware and experienced instructors are engaged to help your mission take off. Being ready is not only a matter of when. But where. We provide services in the UK, US and across the NATO countries. Making sure that our allies can manoeuvre around defeat and prepare to prevail.