Avionics Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

• Job Title: Avionics Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Grade: 7

Location:  Dhahran

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 aircraft and train RSAF 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.

Job Accountabilities

• The Avionics Electrical Supervisor works in a highly challenging yet equally rewarding environment, playing a key role in generating aircraft for the RSAF customer. The role is therefore extremely high profile and involves interfacing with other departments and organisation such as Supply, Workshops, Quality, Product Safety, MODSAP etc.
• Work involves a balance between leading the resolution of complex Engineering issues and responsibility for team management including oversight of applicable rules and regulations. Activities as a consequence vary on a day to day basis.
• Management of the maintenance system testing programme for Tornado PE1 aircraft.
• Management of the Avionics Electrical System Testing requirements of the PE1 servicing schedule, unscheduled maintenance, TCTOs and Special Inspections on his designated aircraft.
• Management and supervision of the Avionics Electrical Team Technicians.
• May be required to provide support to the RSAF away from TMSC.
• May be required to work and supervise outside normal trade boundary

First Stage/Mandatory and Independent certification of completed tasks carried out by the Maintenance Team Technicians when required to do so, including Red-X clearance.

• Plans and co-ordinates, the scheduled maintenance activities both on and off aircraft to meet the aircraft maintenance programme and RSAF operation requirements.
• Ensures work is carried out in accordance with the approved data and standards and procedures detailed within the MOE.
• Prioritises tasks according to the shop and aircraft schedule.
• Monitors and provides daily updates of progress against the programme; these updates are via the agreed IT based application and verbal briefs.
• Highlights to the Team Leader/Maintenance Manager, issues likely to impact the aircraft programme.
• Ensures timely and accurate information is supplied when submitting AES, DDR and Technical Queries.
• Limits the requirement for overtime by effective planning and the use of flexi-time.
• Takes action to address poor performance and disciplinary matters.
• Has responsibility for ensuring the personnel he is supervising have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out the task in hand

Recruitment Specification

Qualifications: A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA.

•  Experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training or 3 years on Tornado Avionics/Electrical system testing.

 • Relevant type training (‘Q’ Course) and equipment specific training if required.

 • Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.

 • The successful candidate, Saudi or Expatriate must obtain Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership at the appropriate level, prior to starting the new role or commencing employment in KSA, SCE membership must be maintained throughout their employment in this role.

 • Holds 2nd signature

A sound understanding of the RSAF 4-1-7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to his work area

 • An understanding of the RSAF Operation and working practices

• Working knowledge of Q-pulse, IMS and an understanding of M&CA processes

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 and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 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.