About BAE Systems Saudi Arabia

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia serves as the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor, providing equipment, support, and training to Saudi Arabia under Government-to-Government arrangements. The company is dedicated to maintaining Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and training RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel. BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda, including Saudisation, and the development of Saudi National capability through partnerships and industrialisation.

The Role: Aircraft Maintenance Technician

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join our team in Al Majma'ah. This full-time position requires 5-10 years of relevant experience and offers a competitive salary. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and rectification of Aircraft Equipment and associated components, with a focus on PC21 Flight Line and Intermediate Maintenance operations. The role also involves providing On the Job Training (OJT) and conducting Production Inspections.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operationally capable aircraft to support KFAA pilot training programs through comprehensive maintenance tasks.
• Perform Flight Line Servicing, scheduled servicing, fault troubleshooting, rectification, modifications, and inspections/evaluations of aircraft systems and components within the AMT specialty at the Intermediate/Organisational level.
• Offer technical specialty support in evaluating, interpreting, and determining maintenance faults, corrective actions, and operational status of aircraft systems and components.
• Achieve and maintain Production Inspections signatory capability for authorised specific trade certifications.
• Obtain and maintain certifications necessary to support specialty and aircraft maintenance functions.
• Acquire user expertise and proficiency with the RSAF aircraft data management and tracking computer system, MIRO Gold.
• Understand and comply with the RSAF Safety and Foreign Object Programme.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable technical qualification acceptable to M&CA.
• Hold relevant type training (‘Q’ Course) and equipment-specific training, if required.
• Extensive post-qualification practical maintenance experience (5-10 years) within an operational flying aircraft environment, supported by formal recorded workplace-applied related training, OR experience on the same aircraft type, OR successful completion of a BAESSA apprenticeship programme (SNTTP).
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of aircraft maintenance and engineering.
• Understanding and application of human factors, error management, health & safety, and proactive hazard analysis pertinent to the role.
• Sound oral and written two-way communication skills, with the ability to be tactful, discreet, and confident in dealing with people at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a mixed EE/SN workforce.
• Must obtain and maintain Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership at the appropriate level prior to commencing employment in KSA.

Desirable Attributes:

• An understanding of BAESSA engineering operating procedures.
• A sound understanding of the RSAF 4-1-7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to this work area.
• Computer literate with an understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of Quality Management System, DMS, and an understanding of M&CA processes.
• A quality-minded, mature individual who adopts a positive and proactive approach to aircraft maintenance and support issues.
• Ability to work on own initiative to resolve complex technical issues.

Benefits

For Expatriate Employees:

• A competitive salary.
• Rent-free accommodation within Company secured facilities.
• Access to free recreation facilities.
• A generous leave and travel allowance.
• Initial appointment to Saudi Arabia on single status, with the opportunity to apply for family to join in the future.
• A full health care scheme provided within Saudi Arabia.

For Saudi National Employees:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A generous leave and travel allowance.
• A full health care scheme.
• Access to subsidised recreational facilities.

Join Our Team

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this role and contribute to our mission in Saudi Arabia.