Saudi Arabia Job Openings
BAE Systems
King Faisal Air Academy (KFAA) Base Maintenance Manager
Al Majma‘ah
October 22, 2024
Salary: Competitive
Grade: GG12
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 manage the prioritisation of all activities pertinent to supporting the Flying Programme both tactically and strategically effectively integrating all lines of Pt.145 and Pt.147 Capability (Supply, Maintenance, Quality, Technical Services, and Training).
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Manage the prioritisation of all activities pertinent to supporting the Flying Programme both tactically and strategically effectively integrating all lines of Pt.145 and Pt.147 Capability (Supply, Maintenance, Quality, Technical Services Training).
- Ensure maximum Fleet Availability through effective decision making, prioritisation and KPI management.
- Act as a the Main Point of Contact (POC) for T-21 Fleet liaising directly with HQRSAF, KFAA Base, MODSAP and BAE Systems personnel based in Riyadh and Overseas.
- Maintain the integrity of all data outputs, reports and briefs that relate to the performance of the T-21 fleet.
- Exercise oversight over all Operational tasks ensuring dependencies are effectively managed ensuring events are planned and executed in a timely fashion.
- Evaluate Operational Performance data to identify opportunities to improve the performance of the T-21 fleet.
- Assist with technical and reliability studies to increase availability of assets and minimize repair cost.
- Conduct cost benefit analysis for engineering customer specific modifications and provide recommendations.
- Maintain oversight of any ongoing disciplinary actions, seeking resolution where possible.
- Hold ownership and maintain tracking of any ongoing deferred defects of the T-21 fleet. Use their knowledge and available resource to seek solutions to both technical issues and supply chain discrepancies.
- The role is based in Al-Majma’ah. Travel to other locations / bases can be expected on an infrequent basis.
Essential
- Qualifications: National civilian / military equivalent recognised aircraft, aerospace or technician traineeship / apprenticeship.
- Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training.
- Have extensive proven experience in a relevant management role.
- Excellent leadership management skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.
- Business unit level awareness of circumstances outside the organisation.
- Must have an understanding and application of human factors, error management, health & safety and proactive hazard analysis, appropriate to the role.
- Be able to work under their own initiative to resolve complex technical issues
- Working knowledge of Q-pulse, SMS and thorough understanding of M&CA mandates and processes
- Must demonstrate the required level of knowledge to understand and comply with company systems and standards in reference to reading Engineering drawings and Operational Standards.
- Must demonstrate an understanding of the organisations Quality Management System in reference to identifying, understanding and the interpretation of processes and procedures relevant to the role.
- Experience of deep aircraft maintenance / modification, preferably T-21.
- A sound understanding of the RSAF 4-1-7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to their work area.
- Experience of RSAF documentation and procedures.
- Have experience / working knowledge of EASA Part 145 / 147 and Part M Working knowledge of Q-pulse, SMS and an understanding of M&CA processes.
- Completion of a recognised supervisory management course.
Essential
- Practitioner level knowledge of the aircraft maintenance / Part 145 environment and a Familiar level of knowledge of continuing airworthiness / Part M.
- Expert knowledge of the OA&T Maintenance Organisation Exposition and supporting procedures.
- Expert knowledge of maintenance authorisations and associated limitations.
- Expert skills in the identification of unsafe conditions.
- A Familiar level of skills in the management of aircraft modifications, technical instructions and Part M Technical Services.
- At least a Familiar level of knowledge of all O&AT platforms, ideally Q-Course.
- An understanding of the RSAF customer, O&AT air bases and training operations.
- A thorough understanding of company processes and procedures, in particular Product Safety, Quality Assurance and Engineering Lifecycle Procedures.
- Able to demonstrate sound oral and written two-way communication skills with the ability to be tactful, discreet and confident, with all stakeholder representatives
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.
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