Avionics Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

BAE Systems; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aerospace and defense company is seeking an Avionics Electrical Maintenance Supervisor in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will manage the Avionics Electrical Team and oversee maintenance activities for Tornado PE1 aircraft. You should possess a recognized technical qualification, along with leadership skills and experience in operational aircraft environments. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and potential family accommodations in the future.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Rent-free accommodation

Access to free recreation facilities

Qualifications

• Recognized qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline.
• Experience in operational flying aircraft environment or 3 years on Tornado Avionics/Electrical system testing.
• Proven ability to supervise engineering personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of complex engineering issues and oversee team management.
• Manage maintenance system testing program for Tornado PE1 aircraft.
• Supervise Avionics Electrical Team Technicians.

Skills

Leadership skills

Supervision of engineering personnel

Understanding of RSAF practices

Education

NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in relevant technical discipline

Tools

Q-pulse

IMS

Job description

Job Description - Avionics Electrical Maintenance Supervisor (00133188)

Avionics Electrical Maintenance Supervisor - 00133188

Job Title

Avionics Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Grade

7

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 aircraft and train RSAF 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.

Job Accountabilities

• Work in a highly challenging yet equally rewarding environment, playing a key role in generating aircraft for the RSAF customer. The role is therefore extremely high profile and involves interfacing with other departments and organisation such as Supply, Workshops, Quality, Product Safety, MODSAP etc.
• Lead the resolution of complex Engineering issues and oversee team management, including responsibility for applicable rules and regulations. Activities vary day to day.
• Manage the maintenance system testing programme for Tornado PE1 aircraft.
• Manage the Avionics Electrical System Testing requirements of the PE1 servicing schedule, unscheduled maintenance, TCTOs and Special Inspections on the designated aircraft.
• Supervise the Avionics Electrical Team Technicians and provide support to the RSAF away from TMSC if required.
• Supervise outside normal trade boundaries and provide First Stage/Mandatory and Independent certification of completed tasks carried out by the Maintenance Team Technicians, including Red‑X clearance.
• Plan and coordinate scheduled maintenance activities both on and off aircraft to meet the aircraft maintenance programme and RSAF operation requirements.
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with approved data, standards and procedures detailed within the MOE.
• Prioritise tasks according to the shop and aircraft schedule.
• Monitor and provide daily updates of progress against the programme via the agreed IT‑based application and verbal briefs.
• Highlight to the Team Leader/Maintenance Manager issues likely to impact the aircraft programme.
• Ensure timely and accurate information is supplied when submitting AES, DDR and Technical Queries.
• Limit overtime by effective planning and use of flexi‑time.
• Take action to address poor performance and disciplinary matters.
• Ensure supervised personnel have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out tasks.

Recruitment Specification

Qualifications: A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA.

• Experience within an operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training or 3 years on Tornado Avionics/Electrical system testing.
• Relevant type training (‘Q’ Course) and equipment specific training if required.
• Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.
• The successful candidate, Saudi or Expatriate must obtain Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership at the appropriate level before starting employment in KSA; SCE membership must be maintained throughout employment.
• A sound understanding of the RSAF 4‑1‑7166 series and supporting technical publications applicable to his work area.
• An understanding of the RSAF Operation and working practices.
• Working knowledge of Q‑pulse, IMS and an understanding of M&CA processes.

Expatriate Employee Benefits

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.

Saudi National Employee Benefits

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities.

BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology‑led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 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.