Electrical Technician

BAE Systems Canada; Tabuk; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An advanced defense firm in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia is seeking an Electrical Technician to inspect and maintain electrical systems on Hawk aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aircraft maintenance, relevant technical certifications, and demonstrated knowledge of safety standards. This role includes responsibilities related to maintaining serviceable aircraft and supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Rent-free accommodation

Full health care scheme

Generous leave and travel allowance

Access to recreational facilities

Qualifications

• Recognized qualification in relevant technical discipline required.
• Extensive practical maintenance experience in an aircraft environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of aircraft maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and repairs electrical systems on Hawk aircraft.
• Ensures maintenance schedules are followed.
• Maintains safety standards and compliance.

Skills

Practical maintenance experience

Understanding of human factors

Knowledge of error management

Health & safety awareness

Technical troubleshooting

Education

NVQ3 / ONC / OND / BTEC in relevant technical discipline

Part 66 licensed or equivalent

Job description

Electrical Technician

Grade : 8

Salary : Competitive

Location : Tabuk, Saudi Arabia

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 (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force 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.

The Engine Systems Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, operating, maintaining and repairing Electrical systems, and components on the Hawk aircraft and support equipment. You will be using all resources available maintaining the aircraft to support the demands of the flying operation, thus ensuring delivery of serviceable aircraft to accomplish the contractual operational and flying commitments. You will be responsible for carrying out maintenance, diagnosing faults and administrative support to the AMO as directed by the Rectification Electrical Supervisor; including but not limited to complying with all relevant company policies. Ensuring the Approved Maintenance Organisation is compliant with the requirements of the M&A Mandates and Pt145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition with regards to maintaining aircraft, it's components and resource SQEP>

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

Work Direction

In this role the job holder will report to the following :

• RSAF Policies and procedures
• M&A Mandates
• Rects Maintenance Manager

Decision-Making Authority

The job holder may be required to make decisions on the following :

• Aircraft fault identification, debrief and rectification
• Aircraft maintenance scheduling
• Maintaining competency and ensuring SQEP levels are within the mandated limits
• Scheduling of personal time to maintain the operational requirement

Planning / Organising

The Job Holder will undertake the following activities as a minimum :

• The position holder will be responsible for ensuring that BAE Systems maintenance support is delivered effectively to meet RSAF requirements and mitigate any activities likely to prejudice maintenance or safety, whilst remaining within the constraints the RSAF may apply to the Hawk Fleet.
• They will be responsible for providing support to the Approved Maintenance Organsation (AMO) to ensure delivery of serviceable aircraft to TAGF in order to accomplish the contractual operational and flying commitments.
• Must be a quality minded, mature, individual that adopts a positive and proactive approach to aircraft maintenance and support issues
• Be able to work in close harmony in mixed EE / SN workforce
• Must be able to work on their own initiative to resolve complex technical issues.
• They shall be responsible for themselves and their peers, including training technicians and maintaining a strong safety culture whilst fault finding, repairing and delivering serviceable assets to maintain the customers daily flying programme.
• In addition, the Electrical Technician is to provide accurate and up to date information to their Line Managers to ensure the ETIC schedule is achieved, ensuring solutions to any arising issues are identified and rectified during maintenance activities.
• The management of repairable components into the supply repair channel, and ensuring their team maintain efficient and effective supply discipline.
• Ensure the procedural compliance governing Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) calibration cycles, Support Equipment maintenance cycles, and the Tool Control system.

Subordinates

In order to support Vision 2030 for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and to meet BAE Systems Saudisation targets, all personnel shall utilise their knowledge and skills and act as a leader and mentor in the training and education of trainees in a multicultural environment.

Report Preparation

Any reports as directed including training reports carried out in accordance with the policy.

Statistics

Maintenance as directed.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• 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&A,
• Part 66 licensed (current or lapsed), or suitable equivalent technical license acceptable to M&A.
• Relevant type training ('Q' Course) and equipment specific training if required.

RECRUITMENT

Essential

• Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR 3 years on same aircraft type OR successful completion of BAESSA apprenticeship programme (SNTTP / TSNTTP).
• Demonstrate knowledge / understanding of aircraft maintenance and engineering.
• Understanding and application of human factors, error management, health & safety and proactive hazard analysis, appropriate to the role.

Desirable

• Broad Aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge.
• An understanding of BAESSA engineering operating procedures.

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 yourappointment to Saudi Arabia will initially beon single status.On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you inthe 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. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 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.