Automation & Surveillance Engineer

First National Human Resources Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

First National Human Resources Company seeks an Automation Surveillance Engineer to design, test, validate and support Automation and Surveillance systems in aviation contexts. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, safety, and seamless integration with existing ATM infrastructure.

You will lead proposal development, oversee system testing, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure design and implementation meet performance specifications and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Automation Engineering or equivalent.
• 1-5 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant certifications in bidding, project management or technical disciplines are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of technical proposals for Automation and Surveillance systems in response to client RFPs.
• Lead testing and validation processes ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Coordinate system design and implementation with internal teams to meet safety and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in project planning, scheduling milestones and resource allocation.
• Support regulatory compliance and ongoing technical assessments for ICAO and aviation standards.

Skills

Engineering design

Simulation software

Air Traffic Management

ADS-B

MLAT

ICAO standards

CNS ATM systems

Signal processing

System integration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Job Purpose

The Automation Surveillance Engineer is responsible for carrying out core technical activities related to the design testing validation and ongoing support of Automation and Surveillance systems ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices within set KPI s agreed budgets and adopted policies and procedures

Responsibilities

Pre-sale

Technical Proposals

Oversee the development of technical proposals for Automation and Surveillance systems in response to RFPs from clients Ensure these proposals meet regulatory and operational standards including system design concepts performance specifications and compliance with aviation industry standards

Project Management Coordination

System Design and Implementation Contribute to the design and implementation of Automation and Surveillance systems working closely with internal teams to ensure systems are engineered to meet operational safety and regulatory requirements System Testing and Validation Lead the testing and validation processes for Automation and Surveillance systems ensuring adherence to design requirements and regulatory standards Provide technical assistance during the transition to operational use including shadow mode testing and activities for full entry into operation Regulatory Compliance Continuously monitor and ensure that all Automation and Surveillance systems comply with relevant ICAO and other aviation industry regulations Provide ongoing technical assessments and adjustments to maintain compliance Quality Assurance and System Commissioning Assist in the quality assurance process ensuring that systems meet all specified technical and operational requirements Participate in the commissioning of new systems providing oversight to ensure successful implementation Project Planning Creation of detailed project schedules identifying key milestones and assigning tasks to team members ensuring that all timelines are met Development Management Implementation and continuous improvement of Automation and Surveillance system s design to meet operational safety and regulatory standards Design Review and Quality Assurance Lead the system design reviews SDR PDR CDR ensuring that designs meet technical and operational requirements with oversee quality assurance tests and systems commissioning ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations and industry standards System Integration Lead the integration of Automation and Surveillance systems with existing and future systems collaborating with other departments and external entities to ensure seamless technical interfacing and system compatibility Compliance with Industry Standards Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ICAO and other relevant regulations and ensure that all engineering activities comply with these standards particularly in safety-critical aspects of air traffic management Engineering Assessments Support the assessment of air traffic service ATS procedure changes and airspace structure adjustments on existing and future Automation and Surveillance systems

Stakeholder Management

Internal Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate the interactions with internal stakeholders including technical financial and legal teams to obtain necessary information and approvals for bid submissions Other Engineering Departments Coordinate with other engineering departments to facilitate meeting the client expectation within the project specification and standards Vendor and Contractor Coordination Collaborate with vendors and contractors to develop RFPs participate in proposal evaluation and oversee the technical aspects of contract execution Ensure all external activities align with project specifications and quality standards

Performance and Reporting

Reporting Reporting project status technical challenges and proposed solutions to Automation and Surveillance Manager

Consultation

Technical Support and Consultation Offer expert technical support during the execution phase of projects collaborating with the installation and planning teams to ensure seamless project delivery Act as a consultant to clients ensuring that solutions align with the client s operational goals and industry standards

Policies Processes and Procedures

Compliance Conduct day-to-day activities while ensuring compliance to policies and procedures Continuous Improvement Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems processes taking into account leading practices changes in business environment cost reduction and productivity improvement

Specialized Skills

Proficient in engineering design and simulation software with experience in integrating and maintaining Automation and Surveillance systems In-depth knowledge of Automation and Surveillance systems including Air Traffic Management ATM automation radar systems ADS-B and multilateration MLAT technologies Familiarity with ICAO standards CNS ATM systems and relevant aviation regulations Experience with system architecture signal processing and the implementation of advanced surveillance technologies in aviation Moderate project management capabilities including the use of tools like MS Project or Primavera to show the ability to manage multiple projects deadlines and teams effectively

Requirements

Bachelor s degree in Electrical engineering Computer Engineering Systems Engineering Automation Engineering or equivalent is required 1-5 Years of relevant experienceRelevant certifications in bidding project management or technical disciplines are advantageous .