Job Description

Life Support Technical Trainer

Salary: Competitive

Grade: 7

Location: Taif, Saudi Arabia

JOB PURPOSE BAE Systems is the UK GovernmentaEUR(TM)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.

The post holder will be responsible for conducting scheduled, unscheduled repair and maintenance of Typhoon Life Support equipment in accordance with approved technical data and procedures. They will also formulate and deliver training packages for RSAF counterparts whilst supporting the Saudisation process through the OJT and consolidation training of assigned RSAF technicians. They will also support the company SHE policy through best practice within the work centre, adhering to approved maintenance data and highlighting any anomalies when they arise. They will attend meetings at the request of key stakeholders to provide any relevant information pertaining to the performance of the Life Support Shop and will carry out bi-annual performance appraisals for all technicians within your area of control.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

Delivering Life Support capabilities in support of the RSAF Typhoon operations across KSA.

Awareness of the principles of Continuing Airworthiness and how they apply to your area of maintenance including the terminology used.

Awareness of the limitations of your personal authorisations.

Familiar with how authorisations, competence and currency affect the completion of maintenance tasks.

Awareness of the need to report all accidents and incidents in a controlled and confidential manner.

Correct completion and recording of all engineering practices in line with 2nd and 3rd signature responsibilities.

Task prioritisation to ensure no loss in flying capability.

Segregation and control, including tagging of all materials regardless of serviceability state.

Job card compilation and control, including a working knowledge of 1st and 2nd signature responsibilities.

Ensuring strict adherence to correct engineering practices and usage of approved data.

Generation of statistics relating to the overall performance and usage of HMSS.

Control of Supply & POL systems including relative document control.

Have a working knowledge of Tool Control, ensuring correct procedures are always in place.

Awareness of the maintenance planning philosophy with an understanding of the distinctive terms used within it and how it relates to your role.

Have a detailed knowledge of the Aircrew Assisted Escape System (AAES) and the safety requirements of entering and exiting the aircraft cockpit safely.

Awareness of the training for the AAES Typhoon authorisation.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

Experience within the field of Aircrew Life Support Equipment in a technical role serving on an operational military flying unit - Typhoon preferred.

Thorough working knowledge of Life Support maintenance, fault finding and fitting procedures.

Practical experience working on Typhoon Life Support associated test equipment.

Broad experience of coaching and mentoring techniques to supervise and develop others through a training evaluation strategy.

Able to adapt to rapidly changing customer requirements.

An understanding of RAF and/or RSAF engineering operating procedures.

Thorough working knowledge of aircraft Life Support Fast Jet Equipment.

Preferred experience of working in the aviation industry in a Gulf Coast Country. 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.

SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities

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.