Capability Insertion Senior Coordinator

Job Description Capability Insertion Senior Coordinator - 00118675

Description

Capability Insertion Senior Coordinator

Salary: Competitive

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 Fleet Management Advisory Service Team Manager through the Fleet Management Advisory Service Team Leader for the Strategic and Tactical capability insertion embodiment programme for the RSAF Typhoon Fleet. Responsible for In Kingdom management for embodiment plans, provision & management of contracted working parties and development & delivery of statements of work. It involves coordination of UK (LOA 1 & LOA 8) stakeholder inputs in order to create, manage & propose embodiment scenarios and opportunities. You will advise the RSAF Fleet Delegated Authority on all matters regarding the embodiment of enhanced capability programmes and performance fixes. You will be the key insertion planning interface between the PC & RSAF at KFdAB.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Coordinate industry MDAL inputs from across LOA 1 & LOA 8 in order to create capability insertion plans cognisant of the business needs and customer requirements.
2. Develop a long-range Strategic Capability Insertion plan that integrates with the strategic fleet plan incorporating; future capability, capability enhancements, performance fixes, STO’s and Waivers.
3. Formulate a ‘best plan’ for Capability, Availability and Cost, ensuring that insertion plans remain cognisant of the SSS Phase (X) KPIs, reducing risk where possible.
4. Quantify and report where the strategic capability insertion plans’ could impact Salam contractual deliverables.
5. Collate and manage industry inputs into the PIRM process at the 120-day point, for Major Upgrades, Waivers and STOs.
6. Continual analysis of the RSAF typhoon fleet data in order to identify areas for future improvement in planning, tasking optimisation and maintenance efficiency.
7. Preparation of the daily fleet status report and stakeholder briefing pack for the daily stand up meeting.
8. Provide inputs for any formal reports as required by key stakeholders from RSAF, BAESSA or BAES.
9. Provide proactive support and direction for on base RSAF stakeholders to ensure that all Capability Plans and programme changes as well as operational requirements are planned and accomplished effectively.
10. Provide fleet direction to the other on base Salam Phase (X) stakeholders with regards to i.e. flying rates, Operator adherence, Scheduled and Corrective Maintenance, SMU, Depth Shops and Logistics.
11. Acting as a key on base interface between the PC and the RSAF Fleet Management planners for capability programmes.
12. Responsible for preparing fleet capability status reports and briefings to key senior stakeholders with regards to Availability, Capability, SMU Capacity & Performance, Future planning and RSAF Force Priorities.
13. Assist in the development and implementation of the Witness and Integrated Maintenance System Long Range Planning (IMS LRP) toolsets.
14. Support/facilitate and attend all Fleet Management meetings as required.
15. Carry out team leader duties in absence of the FMAS Team Leader.
16. Model and develop ad hoc insertion scenarios to optimise aircraft down time and ensure opportunities are not missed.
17. Ensuring that all personnel engaged in activities in their Area of Responsibility follow the correct practices and observe safety precautions thereby complying with the requirements and limitations detailed in the Salam Support Safety Case Report and that as far as is reasonably practicable ensuring that no one is exposed to any unnecessary or uncontrolled risk.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

1. Extensive proven experience in a military/industry partnered aerospace company within an availability-contracting environment.
2. Extensive supervisory experience in a high tempo operational environment in a Fleet Management or Maintenance position with knowledge of the Typhoon platform from a design or maintenance position.
3. Previous working experience of fleet planning, capability & upgrade programmes or the test & evaluation environment and requirements of continuing airworthiness management.
4. Thoroughly competent with all elements of Microsoft Office and other IT toolsets to aid the planning of all capability insertion activities and the preparation of all associated reports & briefings.

Desirable

1. Working knowledge ESS, Witness & IMS (LRP) toolsets.
2. An understanding of RAF and /or RSAF engineering operating procedures.

RECRUITMENT

Understanding and application of the LCM processes. Maintenance of inter-team dependencies across suppliers and customer boundaries. Proven track record supervising, training and mentoring staff at a senior level. High level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a large number of diverse and complex activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision making process at all levels. The ability to act upon their own initiative within the scope of their job coupled with a conscientious approach to work and meticulous attention to detail.

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.

Primary Location

SA-02-Mecca-Taif