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Engineering Support Engineer

  • Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
  • Design / Civil engineering / Industrial engineering

Job description

Job title: Engineering Support Engineer

Grade: 5B

Location: Dhahran

Inspired Work

Job Purpose

· The Engineering Support Engineer is a Structural specialist, with skills and knowledge beyond those expected of maintenance personnel and who is responsible for advising the RSAF, on all structural design matters for aircraft structural repairs and other aircraft structural design work relating to SBDCP aircraft and operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

· He will also provide Engineering Assistance to all RSAF Fast Jet and Flying Training bases on a wide variety of non strutures related, aircraft and associated equipment Engineering and Policy matters within his capabililty, as directed by the Officer Commanding AES KAAB and his staff.

Job Accountabilities

· Ensuring that methods and data used for repairs completed in Kingdom are compatible with those necessary to maintain the structural integrity of the aircraft and respect the standard procedures of the Design Authority.

· Identify those aircraft repairs that need referral to the Design Authority and cannot be dealt with in-Kingdom and ensure liaison between the Design Authority and RSAF Aeronautical Engineering staff in progressing repair work.

· Undertake initially all damage assessments on behalf of the RSAF in order to establish the extent of repair action required.

· Provide advice and assistance during the embodiment of aircraft and A.G.E. structural modifications.

· Provide structural engineering assistance to aircraft Incident and Accident investigations.

· Investigate and make recommendations on inspection schedules / maintenance requirements etc. for recurring structural problems

· Prepare and draft briefs for the RSAF to be presented to MODSAP, the Prime Contractor and vendors at formal and informal meetings such as the SBDCP Platform Review meetings.

· To assist as required, the Fatigue Management Engineer with maintenance aspects of fatigue monitoring, assisting in the Utilisation part of the preparation of Statement of Operating Intent and Utilisation.

· Provide RSAF Officer structural familiarisation training both informally and in a formal classroom situation including the preparation and delivery of instruction that will ultimately lead to the award of a certificate of completion for the AES Engineers involved.

· Be able to apply his previous knowledge and experience to a variety of other tasks primarily linked to the the Engineering Change Management Process (ECMP) which address both structural and systems related changes that could benefit the RSAF

Recruitment Specification

Qualifications:

· Honours Degree in a Structure related discipline (Aeronautical, Mechanical, Civil etc.) is essential.

· Have completed a recognized course in aircraft engineering or related engineering discipline at a military or civilian school of technical training, and / or have completed an appropriate apprenticeship.

Relevant Experience:

· Extensive experience as an aircraft Design Engineer with some years speant on the SBDCP aircraft.

· Have held Design Authuority signature for at least one of the SBDCP aircraft types.

· Self-motivated with the ability to analyse problems and formulate solutions to new issues that are outside the scope of the T.O.'s., but which respect the design philosophy of the aircraft type.

· Ability to be able to produce high quality letters and reports using the Microsoft Office suite of programmes.

· Ability to be able to produce high quality drawings and repair instructions for technicians to follow in the repair of aircraft and A.G.E. using the AutoCAD drawing package.

Recruitment

Expatriate Employee Benefits

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation, with 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 and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 40 countries. 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.

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