Armament Supervisor
Salary: Competitive
Grade: 7
Location: Taif, 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.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Carrying out Armament aircraft maintenance activities including detailed troubleshooting and rectification.

• Carrying out flight line duties as directed.

• Raising Technical Publication Review Forms (TPRF) against approved data.

• Assist with raising Technical Requests (TRs) for any aircraft related anomalies.

• Support the work centre Senior Supervisor in ensuring shift handovers are accurate.

• Adhering to tool control procedures.

• Adhering to the use of only approved data.

• Carrying out good husbandry practices.

• Provide 100% supervision to assigned RSAF or BAE Systems SN Trainee Technicians at level ‘A’

• Provide and Supervise consolidation training (OJT) and mentoring to assigned RSAF or BAE Systems SN personnel leading to the award of 1st signature (Technician).

• Provide Training Guidance and mentoring of nominated RSAF or BAE Systems SN personnel leading to the award of 2nd (Supervisor) signature.

• Providing Supervisory 2nd Signature (over sign) for engineering and maintenance tasks carried out by the RSAF or BAE Systems SN in support of consolidation training on operational aircraft.

• Maintain accurate log books for the assigned RSAF or BAE SN technician.

• Liaise with RSAF and BAE Systems management in order to identify any training opportunities or to highlight any potential training shortfalls.

• Obtain the appropriate licence and authorisations to operate, support and task vehicles of various types, and tow aircraft and support equipment. Act as fleet vehicle custodian if directed by maintenance management.

• Support the production of monthly progress reports to identify training progression.

• Assist the training cell by providing additional training and supervision to RSAF and BAE Systems personnel (to include but not limited to) Flight Line servicing, aircraft tow duties etc.

• Providing trade cover for the flight line hit team and end of runway (EOR) troubleshooting and fixing crew in faults.

• Undertake independent inspections of Safety Critical Systems (3rd Signature responsibility) in the absence of the Senior Supervisor.

• Deputise for the work centre trade senior supervisor during periods of leave or absence.

• Carry out Aircrew post Flight De-briefs as required.

• Train RSAF personnel in the role of Supervisor.

• Undertake any task deemed to be reasonable, within the scope of the armament aircraft trade, as directed by Senior Supervisors and line management.

• Demonstrating certain behaviours in all the work undertaken and in interactions with other maintenance personnel in line with M&CA People Behaviours BAESKSA-ENG-MCA-GOV-005.

• Support and participate in the reporting of ALL Product Safety & Environmental occurrences, promoting a Just Culture. This provides for a working environment of trust where all employees, all of whom are professionals, each have a clear understanding of what standard of behaviour is considered acceptable or unacceptable.

• Promote and support the Salam Operations Quality Management System by understanding the requirements of AS9110. Promotion of customer focus throughout the organisation whilst recognising and highlighting opportunities for continuous improvement (CI).

Essential

• Must have extensive post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR extensive Typhoon experience.
• Typhoon Weapons Q Course (exceptional candidates will be considered without however they must meet the experience criteria stipulated above).
• Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.
• Relevant equipment specific training.
• Qualified to HNC / HND (with military add on training applicable to trade) or national civilian / military equivalent and successful completion of a recognised national aircraft maintenance traineeship / apprenticeship
• National Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications as agreed by the Directorate. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Royal Saudi Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications (Skill Level 7)
• UK Royal Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications
• Other Military Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications as agreed by the directorate
• EASA (Part 66) Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications (Cat A, B, or C) or GACA equivalent.
• BAE Systems Saudi Arabia Trained Aircraft Maintenance Personnel (SNTTP/ TSNTTP/FLMP).
• Applicants holding other nationally awarded Aircraft Maintenance Qualifications should consult the Directorate

• For non-native English speakers, English Language proficiency equivalent to (IELTS 4.5).

Desirable

• Have experience and working knowledge of EASA Part 145 & 147.
• Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures
• Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge.
• Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition.

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. 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.