Engineering Support System (ESS) Reference Data Senior Specialist

About the Role

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is seeking an Engineering Support System (ESS) Reference Data Senior Specialist to join the Typhoon Support Centre (TSC) Data Integrity Team (DIT) within the ESS Data Management Team. This full-time position is based in Taif, KSA, and reports to the Typhoon Weapon System Data Manager. The role is critical for ensuring the timely provision and correct management of Reference Data required by the ESS to support Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft operations and maintenance.

Company Context

BAE Systems serves as the UK Government’s Prime Contractor under Government-to-Government arrangements, providing equipment, support, and training to Saudi Arabia. The company is responsible for the maintenance of RSAF aircraft and the training of RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Data Integrity Team (DIT) within the TSC to ensure the timely provision and accurate management of ESS Reference Data, facilitating efficient aircraft operation and maintenance.
• Serve as the primary contact for all ESS data changes for both Industry (via Typhoon Technical Support Services) and the RSAF, implementing a strict data policy regime to support the flying programme and data analysis requirements.
• Assess and implement ESS database amendments as authorised by RSAF HQ, testing Reference and Business data changes before deployment into the live ESS system.
• Resolve Reference Data queries, define amendments, issue new data, and provide implementation plans for manual or automatic script file changes.
• Prepare the ESS for newly delivered aircraft and capabilities, including testing and checking new reference and business data deliveries on behalf of RSAF HQ.
• Assess and compare data integrity related to aircraft and component life across the ESS and Technical Publications systems.
• Analyse Technical Specialist Reports and data from the In-Service Data Analysis Team to identify trends or problem areas and determine ESS Data recovery actions.
• Implement RSAF-approved changes to Industry-provided data that do not conform to RSAF policies or may impact aircraft operation or maintenance.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of TSC Processes and Procedures related to ESS Data Integrity.
• Conduct assessments of ESS functionality from a Reference Data perspective and recommend improvements to RSAF HQ as required.
• Provide direct support to the Typhoon Weapon System Data Manager and act as a deputy when necessary.
• Assist with structured On-the-Job training, coaching, work experience, and mentoring for RSAF and/or Saudi National ESS Reference Data Management staff.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: Degree-level qualification (or HND/HNC with extensive practical experience and formal workplace training) in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering.
• Essential: 5-10 years of significant experience in a design and support engineering organisation within the aircraft industry.
• Essential: Proven experience in managing approved data sets.
• Essential: In-depth knowledge of Aircraft Reference Data and Business Data principles, practices, their interrelationship, and requirements for continuing airworthiness management.
• Essential: Capability to manage multiple simultaneous programs under tight deadlines with diverse stakeholder inputs.
• Essential: Ability to manage a multi-skilled, multi-national team, integrating it into a virtual, multi-agency, potentially geographically dispersed team.
• Essential: Proficiency in strategic thinking and effective communication of ideas and solutions across management levels.
• Essential: Seasoned knowledge of data management presentation techniques.
• Desirable: Experience with Typhoon or other fast jet platforms.
• Desirable: Experience in an aircraft military support/maintenance environment at a supervisory level.
• Desirable: Knowledge of the Typhoon Engineering Support System (ESS).
• Desirable: Experience with Microsoft Office suite and TeamCenter application as a user.

Compensation

A competitive salary is offered for this role.