Job Description

Typhoon Data Management Supervisor Grade: 7 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 to the Airframe Design Team Leader, you will be undertaking a Typhoon Design support/liaison role within the TSC at KFdAB, Taif, Saudi Arabia The role requires supervision of personnel within the Data Management Cell on the Squadron (AGF) with the overall task of Maintaining standards of all documentation and data WRT Aircraft engineering and servicing. Control and supervise personnel and resources pertinent to the Data Management Cell activities in order to ensure that continuing airworthiness and maintenance activities on Typhoon aircraft are carried out in accordance with BAE Systems Saudi Arabia SALAM Maintenance Organisation Exposition and associated Quality Management System in support of Typhoon aircraft maintenance activities on the Squadron (AGF). To certify, within the terms of the authorisations issued, that maintenance has been carried out in accordance with the relevant publications and the BAE Systems Maintenance Organisation Exposition. The job holder will supervise BAE Systems staff, Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) personnel and Royal Air Force (RAF) Secondees as well as perform mentoring and consolidation development of these tradesmen in the Line (Forward) Maintenance environment. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES Undertaking the responsibilities of Data Management Cell Superintendent in their absence. Supervision of all Data Management Cell training and day-to-day activities within the AGF. Ensuring that all continuing airworthiness and maintenance activities conducted within their Area of Responsibility are carried out in accordance with current processes and procedures by appropriately authorised, qualified and experienced personnel. Ensuring that all engineering activity within your control is covered by the appropriate delegated authorities. Maintaining standards of all documentation and data WRT aircraft engineering and servicing. Ensuring timely implementation of Modifications, Special Instructions (technical) and NIR's to 3 AGF aircraft. Management and supervision of non-secret Electronic Deliverable Data (e.g. UMP) in DMC possession. Ensuring that good communication and liaison is maintained with both internal and external agencies, with particular attention to aircraft acceptance / dispatch, queries originating from 3 AGF, and any reporting commitments to the TSC and any relevant agencies. Ensuring Technical Enquiries are monitored and dispatched to relevant agencies on Team Centre and that the squadron register is maintained. Ensuring electronic F700 QA and data QA checks are carried out when required and that they are documented and controlled appropriately. The general running of the 3 AGF Data Management Cell. Disseminating applicable engineering information to relevant personnel on both shifts at daily briefs. Assist with aircraft allocation and maintenance planning so that each may meet its planned usage. Supervise and manage the acceptance and departure of aircraft from the squadron, from a data and paperwork perspective. As a supervisor exercise delegated health and safety responsibilities over all personnel employed in their control, including other persons who may be affected by their work activities. Ensuring that all completed Tool Control forms TTP 108 Forms A &B are collected on a monthly basis and archived in the DMC for a period of 3 months. Ensuring that all personnel engaged in activities in their Area of Responsibility follow the correct practices and observe safety precautions thereby complying with the requirements and limitations detailed in the Salam Support Safety Case Report and that as far as is reasonably practicable ensuring that no one is exposed to any unnecessary or uncontrolled risk. Ensuring good husbandry practices are implemented. Ensure that the Safety Management Systems and Maintenance Error Management Systems are understood by staff under your direction and control Ensuring FOD control measures are implemented effectively. Completing any other reasonable duties or requests that are made by your line management. RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION Essential Proven potential/actual supervisory ability in a high tempo aircraft maintenance delivery driven environment with experience in Data Management on fast-jet aircraft, preferably Typhoon. Must be educated to O/HNC level or recognised equivalent or have relevant experience supported by formal, recorded workplace applied related training. Must have successfully completed a recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship or similar practical aircraft maintenance training programme delivered by a NATO air force or approved aircraft maintenance training provider. Appropriate post qualification experience of military fast jet maintenance support, at a certifying position. Experience working as a supervisor within a Data Management environment teaching tradesmen how to maintain engineering and maintenance records for Typhoon aircraft in Line (Forward) Maintenance. Desirable Broad aerospace and defence company/industry knowledge. An understanding of RAF and /or RSAF engineering operating and training procedures. RECRUITMENT The post holder should have the following background: Currently working in an aircraft maintenance organisation conducting or supporting data management Line (Forward) or Depth Maintenance of military fast-jets (Typhoon preferred). Proven track record of training aircraft maintainers, maintaining military fast jet aircraft (Typhoon preferred). Good man management and people development competencies. Management experience with proven ability to supervise junior engineering personnel. High level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a large number of diverse and complex activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision making process at all levels. Experience of multi-tasking to manage a diverse range of engineering and management activities. Demonstrable experience working as a supervisor conducting Data Management on a busy, military operational flying unit. Experience as a mentor, coach or instructor in an aircraft maintenance data management environment. 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.