Aircraft Avionic Supervisor

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.

The Aircraft Avionics Supervisor is responsible for inspecting, operating, maintaining and repairing avionic and electrical systems, and components on the Hawk aircraft and support equipment. They will ensure that all resources are available and serviceable to support the demands of the flying operation, thus ensuring delivery of serviceable aircraft to accomplish the contractual operational and flying commitments. They will be responsible for the management of engineering and administrative support to the AMO as directed by the Rectification Av/Elect Superintendent; including but not limited to the management and implementation of all relevant company policies. Ensuring the Approved Maintenance Organisation is compliant with the requirements of the M&CA Mandates and Pt145 Maintenance Organisation Exposition with regards to maintaining aircraft, its components and resource SQEP levels. Acting as MIIP on any aircraft or ground support technical related issues.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

Work Direction:

• RSAF Policies and procedures
• M&CA Mandates
• Base Maintenance Manager

Decision-Making Authority:

• The job holder may be required to make decisions on the following:
• Aircraft fault identification, debrief and rectification
• Aircraft maintenance scheduling
• SQEP levels within their team of technicians
• Scheduling of resource to de-conflict with the operational requirement

Planning / Organising:

• The Job Holder will undertake the following activities as a minimum:
• The position holder will be responsible for ensuring that BAE Systems maintenance support is delivered effectively to meet RSAF requirements and mitigate any activities likely to prejudice maintenance or safety, whilst remaining within the constraints the RSAF may apply to the Hawk Fleet.
• They will be responsible for providing support to the Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) to ensure delivery of serviceable aircraft to TAGF in order to accomplish the contractual operational and flying commitments.
• They shall be responsible for a team of technicians maintaining a strong safety culture whilst fault finding, repairing and delivering serviceable assets to maintain the customer's daily flying programme.
• In addition, the Avionics Supervisor is to provide accurate and up to date information to their Team Leaders to ensure the ETIC schedule is achieved, ensuring solutions to any arising issues are identified and rectified during maintenance activities.
• The management of repairable components into the supply repair channel, and ensuring their team maintain efficient and effective supply discipline.
• Ensure the procedural compliance governing Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) calibration cycles, Support Equipment maintenance cycles, and the Tool Control system.

Subordinates:

• In order to support Vision 2030 for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and to meet BAE Systems Saudisation targets, all managers shall utilise their knowledge and skills and act as a leader and mentor in the training and education of trainees in a multicultural environment.

Report Preparation:

• Any reports as directed including PDR reporting for subordinates carried out in accordance with the policy.

Statistics:

Maintenance as directed.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential:

• A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA.

OR

• Part 66 licensed (current or lapsed), or suitable equivalent technical license acceptable to M&CA.

Recruitment

Essential:

• Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR extensive proven experience on same aircraft type.
• Relevant type training (Q Course) and equipment specific training if required.
• Holds 2nd signature.
• Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.

Desirable:

• Have experience working knowledge of EASA Part 145 & 147.
• Thorough understanding of company processes and procedures.
• Broad aerospace and defence company / industry knowledge.
• Proven supervisory experience within the area of definition.

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.

BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 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.