Aviation Field Service Pro — AH-1Z (Bahrain)

Cessna Aircraft Company; Manama; On-site; BHD 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 80 hours

Vacation 120 hours

Holidays 12–13 days/year

Parental leave 6 weeks

Job summary

Bell is recruiting for a Field Service Representative based in Bahrain (Sahkir Air Base) to support AH-1Z FMS operations for the Kingdom of Bahrain. The role includes installation, operation, and training of Royal Bahraini Airforce and Bahrain Defense Force personnel.

The candidate should have 6+ years in H-1 avionics and mechanical systems, hold a U.S. secret clearance, and possess extensive aircraft maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6+ years of extensive maintenance experience with Bell H-1 (AH-1Z, UH-1Y, AH-1W) military aircraft is required.
• Excellent knowledge of H-1 aircraft systems and military aircraft maintenance procedures is required.
• Employment is contingent upon the candidate obtaining and maintaining a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Experience with military aircraft product operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting with a focus on avionics and mechanical systems.
• Preference for recent active-duty USMC H-1 upgrade experience (avionics, mechanical, hydraulics, electrical, weapons, sensors).
• FAA A&P license, FCC General Radio Telephone License or equivalent military experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to resolve unusually complex technical problems.
• Support operation and maintenance of the aircraft, including avionics, airframe, electrical, and drive-train systems.
• Demonstrate strong background in H-1 avionics and mechanical systems.

Skills

H-1 avionics

Aircraft maintenance

Security clearance

USMC experience

FCC/FAA licenses

PC proficiency

Strong communication

High School Diploma

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree or trade cert (preferred)

Job description

Bell is recruiting for a Field Service Representative based in Bahrain (Sahkir Air Base) to support AH-1Z FMS operations for the Kingdom of Bahrain. The role includes installation, operation, and training of Royal Bahraini Airforce and Bahrain Defense Force personnel.

The candidate should have 6+ years in H-1 avionics and mechanical systems, hold a U.S. secret clearance, and possess extensive aircraft maintenance experience.