Aircraft Mechanic - Heavy Maintenance, JAS39 Gripen

Försvarsmakten

Lidköping, Västra Götalands län
Vanlig anställning - Heltid - Tills vidare
Fast månads- vecko- eller timlön
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Are you technically interested and wish to work in an exciting environment at Skaraborg Air Wing F7? Here you will have the opportunity to work in an engaged and cohesive work group. You will belong to the Aircraft Workshop, where we are 80 employees divided into four sections. Together, we perform technical maintenance on JAS39 and all of its associated equipment. We offer you a flexible work environment with a strong sense of responsibility in a changing setting with excellent development opportunities during a time when the Air Force is evolving in both size and new technology. Your work environment is a priority area for us, and maintaining good physical fitness through training is a natural part of your duties. About the Unit The Aircraft Maintenance Unit is responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance of our Gripen aircraft and all maintenance equipment associated with the aircraft. The unit also handles daily flight operations, including preparation and readiness. Our work is primarily focused on national missions, but international operations also occur. The Aircraft Maintenance Unit consists of unit management, 11th and 12th Aircraft Maintenance Companies, the aircraft workshop, and Availability Group 94. The Aircraft Workshop comprises four sections, including an aircraft workshop where we perform heavy maintenance on JAS 39. Main Responsibilities As an aircraft mechanic in the aircraft workshop, you will be part of one of our teams performing heavy maintenance on JAS 39 Gripen aircraft, including preventive maintenance, modifications, and repairs in modern workshop facilities. REQUIREMENTS Qualifications • Completed technical education at high school level and/or equivalent knowledge that can be assessed as equivalent by the employer • Driver's license class B (manual) at minimum • Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing Personal Characteristics • We are seeking someone who is flexible, meticulous, and enjoys taking personal responsibility • You are a team player who is open and generous with your knowledge while also taking initiative when needed • You have the desire and curiosity to develop within the aerospace technology field and enjoy varied tasks in a dynamic pace Personal suitability will be given significant weight during selection. Meritorious • Aircraft Mechanic Category A Training • Experience in aircraft maintenance • Experience in other technical maintenance and follow-up documentation For the agency's mission to be successful, it is assumed that all employees act according to the existing value foundation. The Swedish Armed Forces' value foundation safeguards the equal value of all people, fairness and equality, and promotes democracy and human rights (read more at www.forsvarsmakten.se) Additional Information Employment Type: Permanent employment starting with a six-month probationary period Employment Scope: Full-time Work Location: F7 Såtenäs Start Date: As soon as possible by agreement The position requires physical and psychological capability Travel for work and personal training may occur [The rest of the document follows a similar professional translation style, maintaining the original structure and tone.]
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