C-130 Avionics Instrument Systems Technician

Leidos; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 472,000 - 855,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a C-130 Avionics Instrument Systems Technician in Saudi Arabia. This role requires advanced qualifications including an MA/MS degree and extensive experience in avionics maintenance. The technician will be responsible for inspections, troubleshooting, and training personnel. This is a one-year assignment, offering a pay range between $126,100.00 and $227,950.00.

Qualifications

• 10-13 years of experience or 12-15 years with BA/BS.
• Avionics/Instruments Specialized Certificate required.
• 5 years of Avionics/Instrument maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and servicing for avionics/instruments.
• Troubleshoot discrepancies and avionics/instruments.
• Track anomalies on GOLDesp and maintain documentation.

Skills

Avionics/Instruments Maintenance experience

Communication skills

Proficiency with Glass Cockpit technology

C-130 aircraft documentation knowledge

Education

Advanced Degree (MA/MS)

BA/BS degree

Job description

Leidos is seeking C-130 Avionics Instrument Systems Technicians with knowledge of the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) C-130 avionics system. The C-130 Avionics Instrument Systems Technicians will be part of the Contractor Engineering and Technical Support team in support of a U.S. Air Force Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is a one-year assignment with option to renew. Assignment location may be one of seven locations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia per the Performance Work Statement.

The C-130 Avionics Instrument Systems Technician shall perform craftsman-level work that applies a broad theoretical and practical technical knowledge to include, but not limited to, the following primary responsibilities:

• Organization & Intermediate level inspections and servicing for avionics/instruments system.
• Craftsman-level troubleshooting of discrepancies and avionics/instruments.
• Tracking and maintaining C-130 avionics/instruments system anomalies on GOLDesp.
• Remove, repair and replace system components.
• Review and evaluation of QC Reports as well as corrective actions.
• Training of RSAF personnel (OJT).

Basic Qualifications

• Advanced Degree (MA/MS) and 10-13 years of directly related experience; OR BA/BS degree and 12-15 years of directly related experience; OR twenty (20) years of directly related experience with proper certification(s).
• Avionics/Instruments Specialized Certificate or Equivalent.
• Avionics/Instruments Maintenance experience of a minimum of five (5) years, equivalent to RSAF seven (7) skill level.
• High level of proficiency with regards to Glass Cockpit technology.
• Efficiency in inspection and maintenance service of Avionics/Instruments Systems.
• Effective Communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in C-130 aircraft documentation & manuals.
• Knowledgeable in all C-130 Aircraft models.
• Ability to evaluate C-130 Avionics Systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate past examples of cultural adaptability and ability to establish a trusted professional relationship with an international customer.

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Original Posting: November 24, 2025

Pay Range: $126,100.00 - $227,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.