Fuel Technician

Aircraft Fuel Systems Technician (Tornado)


Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
RSAF Tornado Programme
Contract Opportunity
3-month rolling contract

£280 per Day Ltd
Rate includes shared accommodation
Includes flights to/from the UK (job/visa related travel)
Start Date: ASAP (deployment may take up to 5 months)
Hours: Full-time (Sunday–Thursday, 48 hours per week)

Work on One of the World's Largest Operational Tornado Fleets

Morson Edge is currently recruiting experienced Fuel Systems Maintenance Technicians to support a major RSAF Tornado maintenance programme in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

This is an excellent opportunity for aircraft fuel systems specialists to join a highly experienced maintenance organisation supporting operational military aircraft within a professional and highly regulated aviation environment.

Working as part of a skilled engineering team, you will carry out aircraft and component-level fuel system maintenance activities, supporting aircraft availability, operational readiness, and airworthiness across a major military aviation programme.

Whether your background is fast jet, military aviation, rotary wing, transport aircraft, or complex aircraft maintenance, this role offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise within a large-scale operational aviation environment.

Previous Tornado experience is advantageous but not essential. Engineers with relevant aircraft fuel systems or aircraft maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Work on operational military aircraft
Support one of the world's largest remaining Tornado operators
Hands-on aircraft fuel systems maintenance and fault diagnosis responsibilities
Opportunity to work overseas within a professional aviation environment
Join an experienced team supporting a major military aviation programme
Long-term opportunity with ongoing programme requirements
Additional Benefits

Alongside the opportunity to support a major military aviation programme, successful candidates will benefit from provided accommodation, deployment flights, visa sponsorship support, weekly payments, and access to onsite facilities.

There is also the opportunity to increase earnings through overtime where available.

Further details regarding deployment schedules, accommodation arrangements, travel, leave rotations, and assignment logistics will be provided during the recruitment process.

The Role

Reporting to the Fuel Systems Supervisor, you will carry out aircraft and component fuel system maintenance activities in accordance with approved Technical Orders, maintenance procedures, and regulatory requirements.

You will support maintenance activities across the Tornado fleet, carrying out inspections, repairs, modifications, testing, fault diagnosis, and component maintenance while ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.

The role requires a sound understanding of aircraft maintenance practices and the ability to operate effectively within a structured military aviation environment supporting operational aircraft availability.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft & Component Fuel System Maintenance

Carry out fuel system maintenance activities in accordance with approved Technical Orders
Perform on-aircraft maintenance including installation, repair, modification, and testing of fuel systems
Undertake component maintenance including inspection, repair, troubleshooting, and functional testing
Ensure compliance with Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) procedures
Maintain strict tool control and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention standards
Manage spare parts requirements through the Gold ESP logistics system
Carry out Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) and special inspections as required
Support aircraft serviceability and operational readiness
Interface with engineering and support departments to resolve technical issues
Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and aircraft records
Training & Development

Maintain valid and current authorisations relevant to assigned tasks
Support training activities and provide technical guidance where required
Assist with the development of trainee technicians
Proactively identify training requirements for self and others
Quality & Safety

Maintain compliance with technical publications and approved maintenance procedures
Support FOD prevention and housekeeping standards
Adhere to all Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) and Product Safety requirements
Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and on time
Support compliance audits and risk mitigation activities
Essential Qualifications & Experience

Completion of a recognised aircraft maintenance apprenticeship or ONC supported by relevant military training
Minimum 5 years' experience within an operational aircraft maintenance environment (or 3 years on type)
Experience in aircraft fuel systems or aircraft systems maintenance
Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance procedures and technical publications
Experience working within military or commercial aviation maintenance environments
Human Factors (HF) trained
Working On Military Equipment (WOME) trained
Current driving licence
Desirable Experience

Tornado aircraft experience
Fast Jet maintenance experience
Military aviation experience
Experience supporting aircraft servicing, inspections, modifications, and maintenance activities
Familiarity with RSAF technical documentation and procedures
Experience working within regulated maintenance organisations
Essential Skills

Strong aircraft fuel systems maintenance knowledge
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical publications
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively within a multinational workforce
High standards of workmanship and attention to detail
Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality
Why This Programme?

Supporting operational military aircraft overseas is becoming increasingly rare.

Whether you're an experienced Tornado fuel systems specialist or an aircraft maintenance professional looking to apply your skills within a major military aviation programme, this opportunity offers exposure to a highly experienced engineering organisation supporting a critical operational fleet.

Ready for Your Next Assignment?

If you have aircraft fuel systems or aircraft maintenance experience and are interested in supporting a major international military aviation programme, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Morson Edge for a confidential discussion.