Mechanical Superintendent

BAE Systems; At Ta'if; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent-free accommodation

Health care scheme

Travel and leave allowance

Job summary

BAE Systems Taif is seeking a Mechanical Superintendent to manage maintenance staffing and flight line activities for RSAF aircraft. The role requires oversight of spares, data integrity, and disciplinary requirements in a fast‑paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have Typhoon Mechanical Systems experience, a recognised apprenticeship, and demonstrated leadership in military fast jet maintenance. Fluency in English is essential; expat benefits apply.

Qualifications

• HNC level education or equivalent required.
• Completion of an aircraft engineering apprenticeship (industry/military).
• Must have Typhoon Mechanical Systems experience with a formal Q annotation.
• Extensive post-qualification experience in military fast jet maintenance at Senior Supervisor level.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Allocate supervisor manpower to maintenance and flight line duties.
• Oversee EOR and Hit Team activities and spares demands.
• Raise TPRFs and TQs for aircraft-related issues.
• Carry out PMDS downloads and SHM/EHM analysis as required.
• Lead shift handovers, tool control, and adherence to data.
• Support QA reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

English fluency

Coordination

Education

HNC level or equivalent

Aircraft engineering apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Superintendent

Salary: Competitive

Location: Taif, 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.

To control and manage personnel and resources pertinent to AGF Mechanical Trade activities in support of the RSAF Operational Flying Squadrons along with assisting the co-ordination and generation of aircraft to maximise the Operational Ready Rates in accordance with the RSAF Regulatory Framework

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Allocating supervisor manpower to maintenance activities;
• Allocating supervisor manpower for flight line duties;
• Allocating manpower for EOR and Hit Team duties;
• Demanding aircraft spares;
• Raising TPRFs against approved data;
• Raising TQs for any aircraft related anomalies;
• Carry out PMDS downloads and assess arisings including SHM and EHM analysis as required;
• Completing PIP for his assigned manpower and identifying and training requirements;
• Liaise with the Mechanical Senior Supt to ensure all engineering authorisations are up to date;
• Carrying out thorough shift handovers;
• Ensure tool control procedures are carried out;
• Ensure adherence to approved data;
• Ensure good husbandry practices are observed and maintained;
• Support the QA and higher HQ reporting process;
• Identifying and implementing continuous Improvement that will support operations;
• Support aircrew debriefs as required
• Provide assistance to the Supervisors in troubleshooting/fault finding as necessary;
• Carry out required senior Supervisory inspections and checks as and when required by the approved data;
• Confirm job completion to the Rectification Controller / Maintenance Advisor;
• Review any changes to the approved data that impacts upon his trade (data modules, TyIMPs, TTPs etc);
• Ensure all Supervisor manhours are accurately recorded either on ESS for aircraft maintenance or in a local log for non-ESS assigned tasks;
• Welfare and discipline of all assigned staff under his control in conjunction with other Management and Supervisory staff.
• Provide advice and guidance to the assigned supervisors.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Must be educated to HNC level or recognised equivalent or have relevant experience supported by formal, recorded workplace applied related training.
• Must have completed a recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship in industry/military or similar qualification in aircraft systems.
• Must have previous Typhoon Mechanical Systems experience with a formal ‘Q’ annotation.
• Must have extensive post qualification experience of military fast jet maintenance support, at Senior Supervisor level within an operational military flying environment and proven ability to manage all levels of engineering personnel.
• Good level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a number of activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct decision making.
• Good understanding of company processes and procedures and industry knowledge.
• Excellent management skills
• Excellent coaching skills for supervisor development
• Fluent in English

Desirable

• An understanding of engineering operating procedures.
• Proven Managerial experience within the aerospace industry preferably gained on 3rd and/or 4th Generation military aircraft at Senior Supervisor level or equivalent.
• Experience of working in the aviation industry in a Gulf Coast Country preferred.
• The ability to act upon his own initiative within the scope of his job.
• A conscientious approach to work and meticulous attention to detail.
• A track record of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality.
• An understanding of ESS or similar electronic based reporting system.

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 your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the 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 of89,600 people in more than 40countries. 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.