About Us
Previously known as Planeguard Aircraft Detailing, Planeguard Aviation Group is a specialist aviation aviation detailing provider working across private and corporate aviation. We've just secured a contract with the United States Air Force to deliver aircraft washing aviation detailing for their based fleet at RAF Mildenhall — a major step as we grow beyond private aviation and into military and commercial ground aviation detailing.
The Role
This is a great opportunity to get hands-on with some of the most capable aircraft flying in our skies. As an Aircraft Cleaning Technician, you'll be part of the team keeping military aircraft such as the KC-135 Stratotankers, CV-22 Ospreys, and MC-130J Commando IIs mission-ready — working to the same standards set out by the US Air Force maintenance squadrons. You won't be doing this on your own. You'll be one of a close-knit operational team, working alongside others doing the same job, with experienced site managers on hand to prepare and upskill you as you grow. This is a genuine foot in the door of the aviation industry, and an early opportunity with a company specialising in private jet detailing that's growing fast — with future plans spanning aviation detailing, facilities management and engineering.
What You'll
Be Doing
- Reviewing technical documents to know exactly what's needed before you start
- Exterior washing of aircraft using low-pressure techniques and cleaning chemicals, finishing with a water rinse
- Applying lubricant and grease to aircraft components exactly as directed, keeping every part working as it should
- Running safety and quality checks throughout your shift, alongside your site supervisor
- Signing off completed work accurately, in line with military documentation standards
- Working safely at height of up to 12 metres using scissor lifts, once trained
Who We're
Looking For
- Previous members of the armed forces and law enforcement
- People with knowledge in aviation, such as static ports, weapon systems, pitot tubes, antennas, no step zones and heated windshields
- Anyone with detailing experience — the skills may transfer better than you'd think
- Relevant engineering or aircraft maintenance experience
- Already hold UK SC clearance? Great. Don't? No problem — we sponsor you through it
- IPAF licence holders are welcome, but not essential — we'll get you trained
Requirements
This role involves working on a United States Air Force installation. The following are essential and will be checked before any offer is confirmed:
- You must be eligible to obtain and hold a UK SC security clearance (equivalent to US Tier 3 Secret). This involves vetting, including a criminal record and right-to-work verification check. Candidates with convictions relevant to working at an Air Force base will not be eligible
- You must hold a valid UK driving licence with no major endorsements such as DD40, CD30, DG10
- A good understanding of spoken and written English for reading technical documents and completing aircraft maintenance records
- You should live within a reasonable travelling distance of RAF Mildenhall, with reliable transport in place
- To be physically fit and comfortable in cleaning large aircraft, and working at height of up to 12 metres
On-Site
Facilities
You'll be working from our dedicated hangar, with a warm office and breakroom on site to keep you comfortable between tasks. The company will provide monthly breakfasts, free parking and shower facilities on site.
Ready to join us?
Applications are being reviewed same day.
Don't wait — submit your application now or get in touch if you have questions.