Typhoon Aircraft Mechanical Lead

Morson Edge; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 252,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Technician Supervisor to support Typhoon aircraft operations overseas in a hands-on leadership role. You will supervise scheduled maintenance, perform inspections, and ensure airworthiness in a fast-paced defence aviation environment.

Lead a team, uphold safety standards, and coordinate with QA while maintaining current authorisations; a recognised aircraft apprenticeship or Part 66 licence is required, with Typhoon experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completed an recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship.
• Qualified to NVQ / ONC / OND / BTEC Level in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• Alternatively, hold a Part 66 Licence (current or lapsed) or equivalent recognised qualification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled mechanical maintenance in line with approved maintenance programmes.
• Perform inspections, modifications, component removal/installation, and system testing.
• Diagnose faults and support aircraft recovery activities.
• Supervise maintenance personnel, ensuring compliance with all technical and safety standards.
• Maintain aircraft airworthiness in accordance with relevant technical publications and mandates.
• Hold Second Signature responsibilities, verifying accuracy and compliance of completed work.
• Conduct independent inspections where required.
• Perform daily inspections to support planned maintenance schedules.
• Ensure all aircraft and SMU documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and FOD control.
• Ensure all personal authorisations and certifications remain current.
• Identify and address training or competency gaps within the team.
• Support Quality Assurance investigations and technical queries.
• Comply with all applicable quality systems, procedures, and technical publications.

Skills

Team supervision

Maintenance planning

Typhoon knowledge

Problem diagnosis

Education

Aircraft engineering apprenticeship (recognised)

NVQ / ONC / OND / BTEC Level in a relevant discipline or equivalent

Part 66 Licence (current or lapsed) or equivalent

Job description

Morson Edge is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Technician Supervisor to support Typhoon aircraft operations overseas in a hands-on leadership role. You will supervise scheduled maintenance, perform inspections, and ensure airworthiness in a fast-paced defence aviation environment.

Lead a team, uphold safety standards, and coordinate with QA while maintaining current authorisations; a recognised aircraft apprenticeship or Part 66 licence is required, with Typhoon experience preferred.