Head of Technical Operations - Flight Simulation Center

CAE; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Leadership development

Career advancement in Middle East

Job summary

CAE is recruiting a Group Leader, Technical Operations to establish and lead the maintenance team for Riyadh Air’s new training centre in Saudi Arabia. You will drive preventive and corrective maintenance, ensure simulator readiness, reliability, and regulatory compliance, and report against performance KPIs.

You will manage staff, coordinate project activities, and collaborate with customers and regulators to deliver high-quality training devices and services in a safe, compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree or Technical Diploma with at least 8 years of FSTD technical experience, including at least 5 years on CAE equipment.
• At least 4 years in a Managerial/Supervisory position in a FSTD Technical Support environment.
• Aptitude to multi-task and coordinate multiple projects, balancing operational, technical, and budget considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineering team functions and day-to-day operational effectiveness.
• Ensure training devices operate per certification standards at all times.
• Serve as the point of contact for technical or operational queries with the customer.
• Achieve SLA metrics and quality KPIs; track defects and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee TCOPS team performance and device quality per contractual terms.
• Generate rosters and ensure adequate staffing; recruit and hire staff.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

FSTD Knowledge

Regulatory & Safety

Project Coordination

People Management

Education

Engineering Degree or Technical Diploma in Electronics/ Electrical/ Mechanical/ Aviation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

FSTD Equipment Software

Job description

CAE is recruiting a Group Leader, Technical Operations to establish and lead the maintenance team for Riyadh Air’s new training centre in Saudi Arabia. You will drive preventive and corrective maintenance, ensure simulator readiness, reliability, and regulatory compliance, and report against performance KPIs.

You will manage staff, coordinate project activities, and collaborate with customers and regulators to deliver high-quality training devices and services in a safe, compliant environment.