ECM Field Service Representative (Dhahran KSA)

Leonardo UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in aerospace is seeking an FSR to support the RSAF Tornado fleet in Saudi Arabia. This on-site permanent role involves working as an electronic countermeasures specialist, diagnosing and repairing test equipment, and maintaining relationships with clients. Candidates should have a full UK driving licence and experience in aircraft maintenance. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

2 months Home Based Salary (HBS)

Medical and emergency dental insurance

Accommodation in a gated community

Gym membership

25 days paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience of Tornado ECM equipment at ML1 and ML2 level.
• Knowledge of RF principles and advanced Radar theory.
• Experience of EW.
• RAF/RSAF Tornado on aircraft experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the RSAF Tornado fleet in operation in KSA.
• Diagnose and repair test equipment to minimize downtime.
• Support the ECM Team Lead in running the ECM Bay.

Skills

Full UK driving licence (Category B)

Ability to achieve UK SC security clearance

Experience working with aircraft

Ability to work shifts

Education

HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Leonardo is looking to employ an FSR to work for the Leonardo Saudi Arabia Ltd (LDOS) line of business as part of a Field Service Representative (FSR) team contractually located at King Abdul Aziz Airbase (KAAB) Dhahran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The role will provide direct support to the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) Tornado fleet in operation in KSA.

You will support the RSAF Tornado Fleet of aircraft by:

• Being a Tornado Electronic Counter Measures (ECM) specialist working on the Sky -Shadow Pod, Radar Homing and Warning Receiver (RHWR) and Boz 107A pod
• Working on the associated Test Equipment such as OFFSLATE, SETER, SASR, Tornado Data Loader and Ground cooling rigs. Diagnose and repair the equipment to ensure down time is kept to a minimum
• Maintaining good working relationships with: RSAF Customer, BAES Saudi Arabia as the Prime Contractor, and other companies/agencies as required
• Maintaining individual and team currency by ensuring mandatory training, authorisations and deployability status (vaccinations, passports, visas, etc) are in-date

Additionally, you will support the wider business by:

• Supporting the ECM Team Lead in the running of the ECM Bay
• Supporting LDOS in carrying out the FSR service
• Supporting the RSAF Tornado fleet
• Supporting the RSAF customers operational requirements

Specialist Tornado ECM training will be provided.

What you’ll bring

Essential

• A full UK driving licence (Category B)
• The ability to achieve UK SC security clearance
• The ability to work shifts (Day shifts are the norm but can be expected to work a back shift or night shift by management agreement)
• Experience working with aircraft and/or in an aircraft maintenance environment

Highly desirable

• Experience of Tornado ECM equipment at ML1 and ML2 level
• Knowledge of RF principles and advanced Radar theory
• Experience of EW
• RAF/RSAF Tornado on aircraft experience

Desirable

• HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience working at offsite locations, i.e. remote from back office/main site support

These are not exhaustive lists, and the most important skills are often good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) apply, this includes meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC). For more information and guidance please visit: careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo and LDOS, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you\'re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• A competitive tax-free salary
• A settling in allowance of 2 months Home Based Salary (HBS)
• KSA (Tawuniya) and International (Allianz) Medical and emergency dental insurance provided
• Accommodation in a ‘gated’ community with extensive amenities (free gym membership, swimming and leisure pools, on-site convenience store, hairdresser, restaurant, etc.)
• Task vehicles are provided
• Competitive Annual Personal Travel Fund provided
• Generous, 25 days paid annual leave, plus Saudi Holidays (Eid Al Fitr (4 days), Founders Day 22nd Feb (1 day), Saudi National Day 23rd Sep (1 day) and Eid Al Adha (4 days))
• End of service award in accordance with Saudi Labour Law
• Company provided mobile phone and home internet provision

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Additional Locations: GB - Basildon, GB - Birmingham, GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - East Midlands, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Farnham - Surrey, GB - Filton, GB - Gateshead, GB - Gloucester, GB - London, GB - Newcastle, GB - Reading, GB - Rollestone, GB - Southampton, GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite