TMIS Operation Manager

About BAE Systems Saudi Arabia

BAE Systems operates as the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under Government-to-Government agreements, providing equipment, support, and training to Saudi Arabia. The company is responsible for the maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and for training RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel in the safe use of aircraft, equipment, and weapons. BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda, including Saudisation and the development of Saudi National capabilities through partnerships and industrialisation initiatives.

The Role: TMIS Operation Manager

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is seeking a TMIS Operation Manager for a full-time position in Al Majma'ah. This role involves reporting to the Training Data Manager within the Data Management Department (DMD) and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Training Management Information System (TMIS) ecosystem, its data, and the TMIS Operation Management Team. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment for the TMIS Operation Team in collaboration with relevant BAE Systems functions.
• Monitor and manage the performance of TMIS operation staff, including assigned PDRs.
• Identify, develop, and publish business processes to maximise effective and efficient use of the TMIS.
• Direct and oversee the capability upgrade lifecycle of the TMIS platform, ensuring Full Operational Capability (FOC) across all training environments.
• Identify, develop, and publish functional processes to ensure the integrity and security of the TMIS and associated data.
• Assure correct data extraction, recording, indexing, cleansing, and analysis, maintaining effective data lifecycle management.
• Architect and manage the seamless integration of the TMIS with other training systems, simulation, and instructional assets.
• Identify and implement TMIS improvements where feasible, in coordination with System Customisation & Primary Technical Authority.
• Serve as the operational and technical Point of Contact (PoC) for all TMIS-related matters, leading system adaptation and configuration management.
• Liaise with external contractors, service providers, and other BAE Systems functions to ensure effective TMIS operation.
• Liaise with the Customer and BAE Systems on internal and external reporting requirements.
• Spearhead the synchronisation, validation, and integration of cadet performance data, training records, and administrative metrics across various directorates.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate requirements.
• Make recommendations based on data and best practice in specialist areas.
• Manage Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) and Duty of Care responsibilities within the TMIS, in compliance with SHE Policy and processes.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree level education in IT or equivalent professional experience as a leader/manager in the same field.
• Knowledge and understanding of BAE Systems Training Governance policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of Training and Engineering Lifecycle Management processes.
• Knowledge and understanding of reporting requirements.
• Knowledge and experience in Database administration and management.
• Programming and planning experience, preferably in a training environment.
• Understanding of Company financial and commercial practices and requirements.

Preferred Skills and Attributes

• Experience and knowledge of RSAF practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of best practice in Training Systems administration and planning.
• Experience in managing training systems.
• Experience in a position of responsibility involving managing staff and resources.
• Ability to react quickly and make rapid, considered decisions.
• Proven capability and credibility to gain the confidence of and influence a wide spectrum of stakeholders, including Customer and Supplier communities.
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate diverse activities and the ability to communicate, motivate, influence, and direct a multinational workforce.
• Personnel management and development competencies.
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimal direction.
• Ability to conduct formal client presentations, best practice training, and lead business process re-engineering discussions.