ATD IP (Advanced)

About BAE Systems and the Role

BAE Systems serves as the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor for providing equipment, support, and training to Saudi Arabia. The company is responsible for maintaining Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and training RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel in the safe use of aircraft, equipment, and weapons. This full-time position for an ATD IP (Advanced) is based in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, and requires over 10 years of experience.

Role Overview: Hawk T-165 ATD Simulator Instructor Pilot

The Hawk T-165 Aircrew Training Device (ATD) Simulator Instructor Pilot (IP) is a key member of the KFAB O&AT operations delivery team. This role contributes to the Entry into Service (EIS) and transition to the O&AT Hawk T-165 Service Delivery (SD) of KFAB Hawk T-165 ATD. During O&AT sustained SD, the ATD Simulator IP will contribute to the coordination, update, and delivery of the KFAB Hawk T-165 ATD training service.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the O&AT ATD SD and operate within the ATD training Concept of Operations (CONOPS) to meet O&AT requirements for all initial, conversion, and continuation training syllabuses.
• Coordinate and conduct ATD scheduled events in accordance with RSAF and BAESSA training and governance policies.
• Coordinate instructional and support staff to adequately resource ATD scheduled events.
• Maintain ATD Instructional standards and ensure ATD output meets or exceeds customer requirements.
• Support ATD management, instructional, and support staff to ensure the ATD training service utilizes best practice and delivers an optimum solution for KFAB Hawk units.
• Coordinate other ATD Simulator Pilot currency, competency training, and evaluation.
• Deliver scheduled training to the required standard on the Hawk T-165 Full Mission Simulator (FMS), Integrated Procedures Training (IPT), Egress Training Device (ETD), and Ejection Seat Training Device (ESTD).
• Deliver scheduled ground training to the required standard in the Hawk T-165 Multimedia Computer Based Training (MCBT) classroom.
• Utilize the Flying Operations Training Management Information System (TMIS) and Learning Management System (LMS).
• Update courseware utilizing the Learning Content Management System (LCMS) and in accordance with DSAT processes.
• Administer and grade trainee ground-based examinations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Must be a highly experienced military/ex-military IP with extensive proven experience (10+ years).
• Possess one fast jet tour commensurate with T-165 capabilities.
• ATD IPs must meet contracted regulation criteria.
• Instructors should have aircrew experience and have completed a recognized service instructional tour.
• Possess a QFI/QWI/FWI or equivalent instructional qualification.

Employee Benefits

For expatriate employees, BAE Systems offers a competitive salary, rent-free accommodation, and access to free recreation facilities within Company secured accommodation. A generous leave and travel allowance is also provided. Initial appointment to Saudi Arabia will be on single status, with the opportunity to apply for family to join in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

Saudi National employees will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme, and access to subsidized recreational facilities.