Head of Academic and Technical Training

BAE Systems; Al Majma`ah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense company is seeking a Head of Academic and Technical Training in Saudi Arabia. This leadership role involves managing training projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and developing training programs for Air Traffic Control and Weapons Director instructors. Applicants should have a degree, over 15 years of experience in training management, and a solid understanding of training governance. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Benefits

Generous leave allowance

Full health-care scheme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years’ experience managing training projects.
• Experience in curriculum and course design.
• Knowledge of training governance policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage Air Traffic Control and Weapons Director training.
• Develop and approve training courses and curriculum changes.
• Ensure compliance with safety and corporate policies.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Training Development

Compliance with Standards

Communication

Education

Degree or professional equivalent

Job description

Head of Academic and Technical Training (00133494)

• Ensure Prime Contractor undertakes its responsibilities under the SBDCP LOA3 obligations.
• Establish a ‘trusted partner’ relationship with the RSAF Customer and satisfy the Customer’s needs.
• Be the primary company interface with the Base Customer.
• Manage the Air Traffic Control and Weapons Director training.
• Ensure all staff are suitably qualified, licensed and experienced to conduct training in their specialist categories.
• Issue letters of authority to direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with company mandated policies and standards, including life cycle management.
• Ensure compliance with company systems approach to training and training governance.
• Identify “training risks” to the customer and sit on any training review boards as an independent expert and advisor.
• Approve course development and curriculum changes in consultation with the technical squadron commander.
• Approve the procurement, acquisition, allocation, upgrades, maintenance and use of training devices, simulators and resources.
• Ensure management of BAE Systems staff including recruitment, retention and development – specifically, Air Traffic Control and Weapons Director instructors, administration, engineering and simulator support specialists.
• Provide an environment that encourages independent learning and a military ethos.
• Ensure open communication across all staff by creating a forum and format for ongoing open communication within the Technical Studies Squadron and other KFAA Academic Wing departments.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environment (SHE) policy and duty of care responsibilities.
• Provide the Project Director KFAA and other senior management with feedback to promote service performance and responsiveness, resolve customer issues, and/or focus project transformation opportunities.

Job Requirements

• Educated to degree level or professional equivalent with knowledge of training in a military environment.
• A minimum of 15 years’ experience with increasing responsibility for the management of training projects within a technical training institute.
• Knowledge and understanding of BAE Systems training governance policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of training and engineering life‑cycle management processes.
• Knowledge and understanding of project management and reporting requirements, including use of the Project Reporting System (PRS).
• Experience in curriculum, syllabus, course, materials and test design.
• Experience in instructor evaluation.
• Programming and planning experience, preferably in a training environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of company financial and commercial practices and requirements.
• Experience and knowledge of RSAF practices and procedures gained through at least three years involvement with the company’s programmes in KSA.

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 leave allowance, a full health‑care scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems has a heritage of commitment to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For 50 years, we have provided the platforms and services that support the Saudi armed forces to defend the interests of the Kingdom. In support of the Saudi Arabia National Objectives, we’ve invested heavily in the development of Saudi people, technology, infrastructure and local companies in the defence supply chain. Our investments have helped to develop the Saudi defence industry as well as a skilled and highly productive workforce.

(BAE Systems KSA is committed to the full inclusion of qualified people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, BAE Systems KSA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation during the job application or interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions).

Note: All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.