Electrical Systems Maintenance Technician

Electrical Systems Maintenance Technician

Salary: Competitive

Location:Al-Majma’ah, 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 purpose of this role is to perform scheduled inspections, maintenance and unscheduled rectification of Aircraft Equipment and associated components, Bay support, and activities for Elect/Avionics Shop. You will also provide On the Job Training (OJT) function and Production Inspections. Troubleshoots, inspects, removes - installs, repairs, and operates and associated support and test equipment. You will actively support the recovery of aircraft and associated components within the Jet engine aircraft Elect / Avionics Shop, to meet the operational training requirements and display team flying of the RSAF at KFAA. You will also maintain good engineering practice and compliance with RSAF Technical Orders in all aspects of the Jet engine aircraft Elect/Avionics Shop

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• To provide operationally capable aircraft in support of KFAA pilot training programmes through carrying out aircraft: servicing, fault troubleshooting/rectification, modifications, inspections/evaluations of aircraft systems/components and other related aircraft systems.
• To provide technical specialty support in the: evaluation, interpretation, determinations of requisite corrective actions, performance and operational status of specialty specific aircraft systems, components, test - support equipment at the Intermediate level maintenance of Jet engine aircraft.
• Be able to achieve and maintain Production Inspections signatory capability for authorised specific trade certifications. To obtain and maintain certifications so as to support speciality and aircraft maintenance functions.
• 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 KFAA SAFO program
• Support deployments to other bases within and out of KSA when required and be able to prepare equipment to support these deployments
• Monitor all supply issues affecting the Jet engine aircraft Elect/Avionics Shop.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Qualifications: National civilian/military equivalent recognised aircraft maintenance traineeship/apprenticeship
• Relevant type training (‘Q’ Course) and equipment specific training if required.
• Have extensive post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR extensive experience on same aircraft type OR successful completion of BAESSA apprenticeship programme (SNTTP/ TSNTTP).
• Demonstrate knowledge/understanding of aircraft maintenance and engineering.
• Understanding and application of human factors, error management, health & safety and proactive hazard analysis, appropriate to the role.
• Relevant equipment specific training.
• Must be computer literate with a sound understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have an understanding and application of human factors, error management, health & safety and proactive hazard analysis, appropriate to the role.

Desirable

• Broad Aerospace and defence company/industry knowledge.
• An understanding of BAESSA engineering operating procedures
• A sound understanding of the RSAF 4-1-7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to their work area
• Working knowledge of Q-pulse, DMS and an understanding of M&CA processes.

RECRUITMENT

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant parts of the MOE and procedures
• Ability to confirm full accomplishment of maintenance tasks
• Use, control, be familiar with required tooling and equipment

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.

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.