Aircrew Instructor

BAE Systems; Tabuk; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems seeks a Hawk Aircrew Instructor in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, responsible for training Royal Saudi Air Force personnel in advanced combat aircraft systems and operations. Candidates must be ex-military aircrew with specific instructor qualifications, capable of delivering training and developing courseware, while benefiting from competitive salaries and expatriate benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Rent-free accommodation

Healthcare scheme

Generous leave and travel allowance

Access to recreational facilities

Qualifications

• Ex-Military Instructional Aircrew with qualifications in weapons and navigation.
• Ability to deliver informative ground school training and presentations.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training for RSAF Electronic Warfare students.
• Develop courseware for Electronic Warfare School.
• Operate advanced training simulators for aircrew training.

Skills

Instructional Capability

Communication

IT Literacy

Human Factors Training

Ground School Lectures

Education

Qualified Weapons Instructor (QWI)

Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI)

Qualified Navigation Instructor (QNI)

Instructor Weapons System Operator (IWSO)

Job description

Grade: G2

Location: Tabuk, Saudi Arabia

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. For such training, the Electronic Combat (EC) Instructor is responsible for the instruction of RSAF Electronic Warfare students, and the development, production, and presentation of classified and unclassified courseware for the Electronic Warfare School (EWS) using Computer-Based Training (CBT), Conventional teaching methods, and the Advanced EC Simulator (AECS).

Job Purpose

Hawk Aircrew Instructors (AI’s) are responsible to the Hawk Aircrew Instructor Supervisor (AIS) in the following key roles:

• Aircrew Training Device (ATD) console operations.
• T-165 Technical Ground School.
• Supplementary Aircrew Training.
• Human Factors and Flying Safety academics and support.
• Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals (IFF) and In-Kingdom Instructor (IKT) support academics.
• Flying Schedule management.
• Various administrative tasks as determined by the AIS.

Job Accountabilities

The AI is to receive training and maintain competency on the following systems/competencies:

• Hawk T-165 Aircraft and Mission Systems (AS and MS).
• Hawk T-165 Full Mission Simulator (FMS) Console.
• Hawk T-165 Integrated Procedures Trainer (IPT) Console.
• Learning Management System (LMS).
• Flight Pro.
• Human Factors and Performance Coaching (for select AI’s).

Under the guidance of the AIS, the AI is to:

• Deliver Officer and Aircrew Training (OAT) technical and non-instructional academic events.
• Operate the FMS or IPT console in support of IFF or IKT synthetic training or currency events.
• Develop and maintain IFF and IKT courseware utilizing the Learning Content Management System (LCMS).
• Manage Aircrew Technical Document library, database, and facilitate Aircrew Document Set (ADS) amendment process.
• Develop and publish the daily Hawk flying and ground schedule utilizing Flight Pro.
• Deliver Human Factors training and, where qualified, Performance Coaching to OAT Trainees and personnel where appropriate.
• Assist KFAB Flying Organisation staff as required with Syllabus development.

Recruitment Specification

Essential

• Ex-Military Instructional Aircrew who have operated in a crewed environment.
• Qualifications: Qualified Weapons Instructor (QWI), Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI), Qualified Navigation Instructor (QNI), Instructor Weapons System Operator (IWSO), or hold an Aircrew ground instructor qualification.
• Ability to deliver clear and concise ground school lectures, briefs, presentations, and reports.
• Ability to conduct ‘Train the Trainer’ activities to ensure continuity within the functional area.
• IT literacy with current Microsoft Office programs and tools.
• High standard of spoken and written English to IELTS or equivalent for non-native speakers.

Desirable

• Previous instructional experience with RSAF or GCC personnel.
• Qualified Human Factors Facilitator or Instructor.
• Qualified Performance coach.
• Experience in Training Management Information System (TMIS) or Flight Pro.
• Ability to apply the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT), including training needs analysis, syllabus development.
• Familiarity with RSAF manuals and manuals such as RSAFM 15-XX series, RSAFM Flying Order Book, Aircraft Flight Manuals, checklists, and performance data manuals.

Employee Benefits

Expatriate Employee Benefits

Competitive salary, rent-free accommodation, access to free recreation facilities, generous leave and travel allowance, and full healthcare scheme. Initial single status with opportunity for family to join later.

Saudi National Employee Benefits

Competitive salary, benefits package, including leave, travel allowance, healthcare, and access to recreational facilities.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems provides advanced defence, aerospace, and security solutions, employing around 82,500 people worldwide. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security, and safeguard critical infrastructure.

All appointments are subject to necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.