Technical Instructions Specialist

About the Role

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is seeking a Technical Instructions Specialist to join the Typhoon Support Centre (TSC) team in Taif. This full-time role is crucial for managing and maintaining Typhoon Technical Instructions, ensuring the RSAF Typhoon fleet operates in accordance with RSAF Maintenance Policy and mandatory Continuing Airworthiness requirements. The specialist will report directly to the Typhoon Fleet Manager.

Role Purpose and Context

The primary purpose of this role is to provide proactive support and coordinated management of all Technical Instructions for the RSAF Typhoon fleet. This involves ensuring all instructions are current, distributed promptly to registered users and stakeholders, and supporting the continued airworthiness of the Typhoon platform and its associated equipment. The specialist will also interface with the RSAF to enhance understanding of Typhoon Technical Instructions and assist in developing Saudi National expertise in this area.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the focal point within the TSC for managing and distributing all Technical Instructions applicable to the RSAF Typhoon fleet, including Industry Airworthiness Instructions and RSAF National Instructions.
• Act as the primary interface between the RSAF, TTSS, and Industry for managing in-service and industry queries related to issued Technical Instructions, including the nationalization of RSAF Technical Instructions.
• Provide the main interface to RSAF HQ for the approval and authorization of National Instruction changes.
• Support TSC Fleet Management and maintenance management personnel in prioritizing and planning the implementation of Instruction issues and updates.
• Coordinate the development of RSAF Engineering Authority (EA) National Instructions with relevant TSC Specialists and maintenance personnel, encompassing technical validation, first-time compliance, and approval activities.
• Collaborate with the Technical Instructions Kit Set Controller to support the development and issuance of parts and materials for embodying National Instructions according to time compliance requirements.
• Liaise with maintenance personnel to gather feedback and address issues related to issued Instructions, coordinating and managing this feedback with an understanding of the impact of changes on both Publications and Instructions.
• Develop and maintain RSAF Policies and Procedures relevant to the management and distribution of Typhoon Technical Instructions.
• Ensure adherence to ITAR and Document Security Policy and Procedures when handling relevant Publications or Technical Instructions data.
• Receive, store, and distribute all Typhoon Technical Instructions.
• Maintain a database of all Technical Instructions for control, configuration, and data retrieval to prepare Performance Metrics and Status Reports.
• Assist in analyzing technical specialist reports and data from In-Service Data Analysis (ISDA) to identify problem trends where Technical Instruction improvements can be made.
• Support local review meetings for Technical Instruction matters to resolve or escalate day-to-day issues.
• Attend formal review meetings concerning Technical Instruction matters, as directed by the Fleet Manager.
• Support TP&I Process, Work Instruction, and Logbook improvements.
• Provide structured On-the-Job training for Instruction Instructions staff through training, coaching, work experience, and mentoring.
• Log and record all role-related tasks and actions in accordance with local procedures or as directed by the Typhoon Fleet Manager.
• Review and recommend process improvements based on Continuous Improvement principles.
• Generate ad-hoc reports and presentations as required by senior RSAF and BAES management regarding Technical Instruction activities.
• Undertake any additional reasonable tasks requested by TSC or RSAF management.

Experience Requirements

• Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

In return for a high level of commitment, a competitive salary and benefits package will be provided. This includes a generous leave and leave allowance, a comprehensive health care scheme, and access to discounted gym membership.