Engineering Apprentice for System Engineering

Airbus; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Saudi Limited invites applications for an Engineering Apprentice to join a multidisciplinary team. You will gain hands-on experience in Systems Engineering, Verification and Validation, Integration, and ITCOMs, developing core engineering competencies.

This apprenticeship offers mentorship, exposure to large-scale projects, and potential for a permanent position upon successful completion. Expect an international environment with domestic travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Excellent English speaking and writing skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically for site integrations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of systems engineering principles or IT/network concepts.
• Familiarity with Jira/Confluence or similar tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Eager to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Systems Engineering activities, including requirements analysis, system design documentation, and interface management.
• Assist in Verification and Validation by helping define test cases and documenting results.
• Participate in hardware and software integration, troubleshooting interoperability, and system-level testing.
• Contribute to ITCOMs projects, aiding deployment and maintenance of IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet milestones.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and adhere to quality and safety standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Engineering or CS degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated Engineering Apprentice to join our multidisciplinary team. You will gain hands-on experience in Systems Engineering, Verification and Validation (V&V), Integration, and ITCOMs (Information Technology and Communications).

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to complex technical projects while developing core engineering competencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Systems Engineering activities, including requirements analysis, system design documentation, and interface management.
• Assist in Verification and Validation processes by helping define test cases, executing tests, and documenting results to ensure system compliance.
• Participate in hardware and software Integration efforts, troubleshooting interoperability issues, and supporting system-level testing.
• Contribute to ITCOMs projects, aiding in the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of communication and IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure project milestones are met.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and adhere to quality and safety standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Excellent English speaking and writing skills, as you will be working in an international environment and producing technical documentation.
• Willingness to travel domestically to support site integrations, testing, or client visits as required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of systems engineering principles, testing methodologies, or IT/network concepts is a plus.
• Proficiency in technical documentation and familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Eager to learn and adapt in a dynamic engineering environment.

What We Offer:

• Structured mentorship and training in Systems Engineering, V&V, Integration, and ITCOMs.
• Exposure to large-scale, complex engineering projects.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Potential for a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space Saudi Limited

Contract Type:

Apprenticeship

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Engineering Services Sub-contracting