Typhoon Avionic Operator

Job description

Typhoon SMU Avionic Operator

Salary: £39,515.66

Location: Taif

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 aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons. For such maintenance and training, this role is responsible carrying out the Avionic requirements of the 500FH maintenance schedule, Modification embodiment and unscheduled maintenance, STOs and Sis on Typhoon aircraft. Possibly required to work outside normal trade boundary. Such working is subject to the requirements of the SMU Quality System. May be required to provide support to the RSAF Typhoon operations away from SMU.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Carries out scheduled Avionic maintenance on RSAF Typhoon aircraft as detailed in the relevant 500FH maintenance schedules, Modification Embodiment and unscheduled maintenance, STOs and Sis. This work includes but is not limited to: component removal/refit, cleaning and inspection of components, minor wiring rectification tasks, adjustment, testing and general aircraft handling.
· Is responsible for the quality and completeness of the work he carries out, or signs for as having been carried out, on an aircraft or aircraft component
· Works within the requirements of the SMU Quality Systems and RSAF Technical orders.
· Completes SMU forms, appropriate aircraft forms, records and maintenance documentation.
· Ensures his authorisations are current for the tasks in hand.
· Highlight to his immediate supervisor areas of his or others inexperience or training requirements needed to complete his or their daily tasks.
· Complies with the requirements of the SMU Quality Systems and RSAF Technical orders and publications.
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Essential
· Completion of a recognised aircraft engineering trade apprenticeship.
· Qualified to NVQ/C&G Level 3 in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent.
· Comprehensive experience in maintenance activities on military fast jet aircraft.
· Good interpersonal communication.
Desirable
· Typhoon aircraft Maintenance course.
· Experience in using DMS/IMS/ESS.
· Experience is using Trilogy view.
· Ability to interpret technical publications and complex engineering drawings.
· Awareness of aircraft wiring, databus and fibre optic repair techniques.
· Experience of RSAF documentation and procedures.
· Familiarity in the use of the MS Suite of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, power point)
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.