Job Description

Technical Specialist LTS2 Grade: 6 Location: Taif, 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. The job holder is responsible for providing technical advice on the Typhoon Weapon Platform, at Main and Deployed Operating Bases. Providing technical support to maintainers in their investigation of aircraft, system, Line Replaceable Items (LRI) faults, utilising the approved dataset, personal experience and recourse to the Technical Query (TQ) service as appropriate. You will also provide technical advice to the RSAF in generating National Technical Instructions, informed by Industry-provided approved data. Maintaining the Typhoon Asset Gateway capability. You will also maintain a knowledge-sharing network across the UK-based In-Service Support Team (ISST), Typhoon Design Organization Team, Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) and the RSAF. Ensuring compliance with all Function and Contractual requirements. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES When nominated, deputise as Technical Specialist LTS1, acting within the bounds of any delegations and authorisations. Provide technical support to Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) and PC forward, depth and Scheduled Maintenance & Upgrade (SMU) facility aircraft maintainers, in their fault diagnosis and system / LRI investigations, to support continuing airworthiness through the use of approved data and the TQ procedure, including: Support to Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) recovery, diagnostic, fault rectification and analysis. Crash Survivable Memory Unit (CSMU) recovery, diagnostic and analysis (Rotary Arrestor Gear engagement etc. Diagnostic interrogations utilising the AGERD 1648 test set ( DBTE/HLBA ) Support to the Radar and Selex Field Service Reps (FSR) utilising specialist test equipment (AGERD 1162 test set). Provide LTS support to flight/ground trials, diagnostic fault investigation and recovery, DVI template preparation and implementation, and aircraft PMDS downloads for fault diagnostic and rectification. Provide Technical Support to Logistic tasks and Repair instructions. Analyse Technical Support Specialist Reports, to identify 'bottlenecks' in the system and areas where improvements can be made, suggesting corrective actions as appropriate. Assist in the analysis of Technical Specialist Reports and data provided by In-Service Data Management Team, to identify trends in maintenance and operations, to identify where improvements can be made. Provide technical advice to the RSAF in generating National Technical Instructions, informed by Industry-provided approved data. Maintain a Typhoon Asset Gateway service to ensure the accurate categorisation of suspected u/s assets, to prevent serviceable items entering the repair cycle. Maintain a knowledge-sharing network across the UK-based In-Service Support Team (ISST), Typhoon Design Organization Team, Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO) and the RSAF. Ensure compliance with all Function and Contractual requirements. Develop and provide structured On-the-Job training for, Saudi National Technical Specialist Staff, in the form of training, coaching, work experience and mentoring. Contribute to service delivery performance reporting by the provision of regular reporting of performance. RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION Essential Extensive proven post-qualification experience, ideally in a fast jet / Typhoon maintenance or continuing airworthiness (Part M) environment, at Senior Supervisor/Manager level within an operational military flying environment and proven ability to manage all levels of engineering personnel. Recognised Degree in an engineering discipline or HND Level in Engineering or a National civilian / military equivalent qualification that includes successful completion of a recognised national aircraft maintenance traineeship / apprenticeship. Fluent in English. Practitioner level of knowledge of AMO capabilities, the MOE and recognising defects / faults. Practitioner level of knowledge of the Typhoon air system and the maintenance environment. Expert level of knowledge of personnel authorisations, safety sensitive tasks, the control of work cards. Familiar level of knowledge of continuing airworthiness. Desirable Experience of BAES SA, Typhoon maintenance and Salam operations. Computer literate with a sound understanding of the Microsoft Office suite. Capable of working independently, or as part of a team, to tight operational timescales. Able to work on their own initiative, with minimum supervision, to resolve complex technical issues. Thorough understanding of M&CA Part 145 Mandates and procedures. Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge. Experienced in aircraft maintenance or component certification (release) authorisation, with extensive BAE Systems supervisory experience within the area of definition. Detailed understanding of Typhoon ESS, TrilogiView, Teamcentre and WDMS. An understanding of Engineering, Design, Airworthiness, Safety and Quality standards. 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. ovals.