Typhoon Instructor Pilot

BAE Systems; At Ta'if; On-site; SAR 374,953 - 562,429; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rent-free accommodation

Access to free recreation facilities

Generous leave and travel allowance

Full health care scheme

Job summary

BAE Systems in Taif, Saudi Arabia seeks a Typhoon I Pilot to assist the RSAF squadron commander in operational duties and pilot training. The role demands a minimum of 1500 hours on fast jets and extensive instructional experience.

In return, the successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, rent-free accommodation, and access to recreational facilities. A full health care scheme will be provided within Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1500 hours flying experience on fast jet aircraft.
• Extensive proven previous instructional experience.
• Completion of a tour at the Typhoon Operational Conversion Unit or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist and advise the RSAF squadron commander on Typhoon aircraft matters.
• Perform daily squadron duties including flying and ground instruction.
• Conduct training, lectures, and debriefings based on operational requirements.

Skills

Instructional experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Typhoon I Pilot

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.

This role is responsible to the Head of Flying Typhoon through the BAe Squadron Senior Pilot to assist and advise the RSAF squadron commander on all matters relating to the operation of Typhoon aircraft, continuation training and conversion training of RSAF aircrew.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assisting and advising the RSAF squadron commander on all matters relating to the Typhoon aircraft.
• Assisting and advising the RSAF squadron commander on all matters related to pilot training on the unit.
• Performing daily squadron duties, including flying and ground instruction, and supervisory duties as directed by the RSAF squadron commander.
• Carrying out general staff work, projects, course development and other related tasks as requested by the RSAF squadron commander.
• Conducting transition, continuation and recurrency training, ground school lectures, briefings and de-briefings based on the operational requirements of the aircrew.
• Completing accurate, detailed reports or assessments of pilots under instruction.
• Providing assistance to the RSAF squadron commander with the preparation of training / operational documents and specialist papers as requested.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

• A minimum of 1500 hours flying experience on fast jet aircraft.
• Extensive proven previous instructional experience.
• Have previously completed at least one tour at the Typhoon Operational Conversion Unit or equivalent. C to I Typhoon including all aspects of syllabii up to IPUG.

You will be responsible to the Flying Wing Commander for flying instructional missions for cadets in accordance with appropriate Royal Saudi Air Force training syllabi.

This position requires good people development competencies, high levels of interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate, influence and direct Saudi cadets both in the air and on the ground.

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.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.