IDS Instructor WSO

ISE; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Tornado Instructor WSO to join their team in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. This role involves training RSAF pilots and WSOs, focusing on mission planning and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess extensive IWSO experience, strong man-management skills, and the ability to multitask effectively. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including rent-free accommodation and full healthcare, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of the Royal Saudi Air Force while enjoying a rewarding expatriate lifestyle.

Benefits

Rent-free accommodation

Full healthcare

Generous leave allowances

Travel allowances

Access to recreation facilities

Qualifications

• Experience as an IWSO with over 1000 hours of fighter time.
• Graduate of the RAF Academic Instructor Course or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Train RSAF IDS pilots and WSOs on operational issues.
• Conduct mission planning and flying training.
• Coach aircrew on time management and performance.

Skills

IWSO experience

Combat-ready WSO

Mission planning

Weapons management

Situational awareness

Man-management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

RAF Academic Instructor Course

Job description

Job Description - IDS Instructor WSO (00072527)

Job Title: IDS Tornado Instructor WSO

BAE Systems is seeking to hire an experienced Tornado Instructor WSO based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. We are the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under government-to-government arrangements providing equipment, support, and training to the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF). Our role involves maintaining RSAF aircraft and training RSAf personnel in aircraft operation, equipment, and weapons systems.

Qualifications:

• Recent IWSO experience
• At least 250 hours served as an IWSO
• Flown IDS/GR4 within the last year as an IWSO
• Total fighter time exceeding 1000 hours as a combat-ready WSO
• Graduate of the RAF Academic Instructor Course or equivalent (qualification shortfall may be waived by customer)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Training RSAF IDS pilots, WSOs, and instructors; serving and resolving general operational issues within the squadron
• Mission planning training covering all phases from intelligence breakout to mission execution, including tactics and employment techniques
• Active flying training on navigation, lookout responsibilities, systems management, crew coordination, weapons management, and situational awareness
• Potential selection as Standardization Evaluation Flight Examiner
• Weapons and Tactics employment training
• Time management coaching for aircrew performance and platform instruction duties, including flight planning, enemy systems, electronic warfare, targeteering, radar operation, and navigation techniques

Candidates should possess good man-management and people development skills, management experience with engineering personnel, high interpersonal skills, and the ability to multitask across engineering and management activities.

Employee Benefits:

Expatriate Employees:

Competitive salary, rent-free accommodation, access to recreation facilities, full healthcare, and generous leave and travel allowances. Initial appointment is single status, with future family joining options.

Saudi National Employees:

Competitive salary and benefits, including leave, travel allowances, and healthcare.

BAE Systems offers advanced defense, aerospace, and security solutions with a global workforce of over 82,500 employees. All Saudi Arabia appointments are subject to government and customer approvals.