Aircraft Avionic Technician

Aircraft Avionic Technician

Salary\: Competitive

Location\: Tabuk, 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 actively supporting the recovery of aircraft and associated components within the Hawk Avionic Shop, to meet the operational training requirements and display team flying of the RSAF at KFAB

Maintaining good engineering practice and compliance with approved technical data

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

The efficient day to day support in the running of the Hawk Avionic Shop including

• Maintaining good engineering practice and compliance with RSAF Technical Orders in all aspects of the Hawk Avionic Shop
• Prepare items for calibration within their work area
• Carry out TCTO’s and Special inspections when directed
• Have a thorough knowledge of Aircraft Safety devices and Aircraft operating areas
• Ensure compliance with tool control and the KFAB SAFO program
• Be able to provide functional guidance to the SNTTP programs in respect of any engineering issues that may arise
• Act as MIIP on any aircraft or ground support technical related issues
• Monitor all supply issues affecting the Hawk Avionic Shop
• Providing up to date briefings and information to all concerned parties on daily progress and any issues affecting the Hawk Avionic Shop.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

The Aircraft Avionic Technician should meet the following criteria

• Able to demonstrate experience in aircraft maintenance and engineering role
• Must be trained in aircraft engineering or a related technical discipline at a civilian or military school of technical training, or have completed an appropriate engineering apprenticeship
• Must have a sound understanding of the RSAF 4-1-7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to their work area
• Must be a quality minded, mature, individual that adopts a positive and proactive approach to aircraft maintenance and support issues
• Must have and be able to demonstrate sound oral and written two-way communication skills with the ability to be tactful, discreet and confident in dealing with people at all levels 
• Be able to work in close harmony in a mixed EE/SN workforce
• Must be able to work on their own initiative to resolve complex technical issues
• Must be computer literate with a sound understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite
• Must hold a current driving licence

RECRUITMENT

• Able to demonstrate experience in aircraft maintenance and engineering.
• Must be trained in aircraft maintenance or a related technical discipline at a civilian or military school of technical training, or have completed an appropriate engineering apprenticeship. Ideally to include extensive working experience in an aircraft maintenance and servicing environment
• Must be a quality minded, mature, individual that adopts a positive and proactive approach to aircraft maintenance and support issues.

EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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.