Typhoon Aircraft Mechanical Lead Technician

Morson Edge; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 254,000 - 333,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanical Technician Supervisor (Typhoon) at Morson Edge in Saudi Arabia requires an experienced technician to support Typhoon aircraft operations in an overseas, high‑tempo defence environment. The role is hands‑on with supervisory duties to ensure maintenance is delivered to top standards of airworthiness.

You will lead scheduled maintenance, oversee inspections and testing, supervise technicians, and ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements while maintaining

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship.
• NVQ/ONC/OND/BTEC Level in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• Part 66 Licence (current or lapsed) or equivalent qualification.
• 7 years’ post-qualification experience in an operational aircraft maintenance environment or 3 years’ experience on Typhoon aircraft.

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
• Undertake additional duties as required to support operational delivery

Education

Aircraft engineering apprenticeship

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

Part 66 Licence (current or lapsed) or equivalent recognised qualification

Job description

Mechanical Technician Supervisor (Typhoon) at Morson Edge in Saudi Arabia requires an experienced technician to support Typhoon aircraft operations in an overseas, high‑tempo defence environment. The role is hands‑on with supervisory duties to ensure maintenance is delivered to top standards of airworthiness.

You will lead scheduled maintenance, oversee inspections and testing, supervise technicians, and ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements while maintaining