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Job Description

Egress Systems Maintenance Technician

Salary: Competitive

Grade: 8

Location: Al-Majma’ah, Saudi Arabia

JOB PURPOSE

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.

This role is responsible for Performing and scheduling inspections, maintenance and unscheduled rectification of Aircraft Equipment and associated components, Bay support, and activities for the MBES & PC21 Egress Systems. To provide On the Job Training (OJT) function and Production Inspections. Troubleshoots, inspects, removes – installs, repairs, and operates all Egress components and associated support and test equipment.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • To provide operationally capable aircraft in support of KFAA pilot training programmes through carrying out aircraft: servicing, fault troubleshooting/rectification, modifications, inspections/evaluations of aircraft systems / components and other related aircraft systems within the egress specialty at the Intermediate level maintenance of PC21 aircraft.
  • To provide technical specialty in support of the KFAA mission statement and aircraft servicing schedules through carrying out workshop support maintenance servicing, fault troubleshooting / rectification, modifications, inspections / evaluations of components / test / support equipment at the Intermediate level maintenance of PC21 aircraft.
  • To provide technical specialty support in the: evaluation, interpretation, determinations of requisite corrective actions, performance and operational status of specialty specific aircraft systems, components, test – support equipment at the Intermediate level maintenance of PC21 aircraft.
  • Be able to achieve and maintain Production Inspections signatory capability for authorised specific trade certifications. To obtain and maintain certifications so as to support speciality and aircraft maintenance functions.
  • To provide informal and formal On the Job Training (OJT) for all personnel to enable either RSAF or civilian Saudisation of PC21 Intermediate Maintenance operations.
  • Able to acquire user expertise and become conversant with the RSAF aircraft data management and tracking computer system – AUTO LOG, MIRO Gold.
  • Able to understand and comply with the RSAF Safety and Foreign Object Programme.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

  • Qualifications: National civilian / military equivalent recognised aircraft maintenance traineeship / apprenticeship
  • Completion of Egress/Armament Maintenance course and Explosive handling course.
  • Have at extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR extensive experience on same aircraft type OR successful completion of BAESSA apprenticeship programme (SNTTP/ TSNTTP).
  • Must have an understanding and application of human factors, error management, health & safety and proactive hazard analysis, appropriate to the role.
  • Must hold a current driving licence
  • Computer literate with a understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite

Desirable:

  • A sound understanding of the RSAF 4-1-7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to their work area
  • An understanding of the RSAF Operation and working practices
  • Working knowledge of Q-pulse, DMS and an understanding of M&CA processes.

RECRUITMENT

  • Knowledge of relevant parts of the MOE and procedures
  • Ability to confirm full accomplishment of maintenance tasks
  • Use, control, be familiar with required tooling and equipment

EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed.

On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.

Company benefits

Enhanced maternity leave – Up to 52 weeks with the option of returning to work on reduced hours for the first 13 weeks
Enhanced paternity leave – 4 weeks for eligible employees
Adoption leave
Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Open to compressed hours
Open to part time work for some roles
Gym membership
Buy or sell annual leave
Bank holiday swaps
Company shutdown periods
Share options
Salary sacrifice
Employee discounts
Lunch and learns
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Mental health first aiders
Health insurance
Family health insurance
Annual bonus
Shared parental leave
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
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