Weapons Director (WD) Pilot Control Unit (PCU) Operator CAT II

About BAE Systems Saudi Arabia

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor, operating under Government-to-Government agreements to provide 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 supports the Saudi Arabian National Agenda, including Saudisation and the development of Saudi National capabilities through partnerships and industrialisation.

Role Overview: Weapons Director (WD) Pilot Control Unit (PCU) Operator CAT II

This full-time position is for a Weapons Director (WD) Pilot Control Unit (PCU) Operator CAT II based in Al Majma'ah. The role involves functioning as a PCU Operator within the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Weapons Director sections, providing realistic simulations for air traffic controller and weapons director training programs at the King Fahad Air Academy (KFAA). The operator will deliver Aerodrome, Non-Radar Approach Control, and Radar Approach Control Simulations, as well as Weapons Director Simulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate as a PCU Operator ATC/WD to provide realistic simulations in 2D/3D Visual Tower, Radar Approach, Non-Radar Approach Control, and Weapons Director simulations.
• Assist in preparing visual aids and daily mission briefings for students, specifically for WD requirements.
• Support in-house demonstrations of ATC/WD simulator operations, including aircraft and vehicle models, airspace data, weather, and operational exercises.
• Maintain cross-training and currency for both PCU Operator ATC and WD specialities in simulator operations within the Technical Studies Department.
• Instruct cadets on simulator equipment, aircraft keyboard inputs, R/T phraseology, and ATC/WD operations.
• Address issues related to ATC/WD simulator operations in accordance with ICAO, GACA, and RSAF ATC & WD procedures.
• Assist with data input into the Learning Content Management System (LCMS) and the development, programming, editing, and implementation of practical exercises on ATC/WD simulators.
• Contribute to the review and amendment of Simulator Support Staff training material and procedures, and assist with the production of ATC/WD training manuals.
• Carry out administrative duties as assigned by the Head of Department (HOD) and provide feedback to management for service improvement.
• Maintain accurate training records using the TMIS/LMS system and contribute to the maintenance of training resources.
• Assist with the preparation and testing of Mission/Exercise Simulator and Skills trainer exercises, quizzes, examinations, and teaching aids.
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) policy and processes, and Duty of Care responsibilities.
• Undertake all mandatory and developmental training and complete annual Electronic Personnel Development Reviews (E-PDR).

Qualifications and Experience

• For Pilot Control Unit Operator – Air Traffic Control (ATC) CAT II: Demonstrated Air Traffic Control Simulator Operations experience within ATC Simulations at an Academic, Aviation Training Organization, or Air Navigation Service Provider. Completion of a recognised Air Traffic Control Simulator Operators Course, or the Company SNTTP ATC PCU Intern Course. A minimum of three years’ experience in an Air Traffic Control Training Department. Knowledge and experience of ATC Regulations, Procedures, and Flight Deck Operations. Pilot with a minimum of 500 operational flying hours and certified as a Simulator Instructor.
• For Weapons Director (WD) CAT II: Demonstrated Weapons Director Simulator Operations experience within Weapons Director Simulations at an Academic or Aviation Training Organization. Completion of a recognised Weapons Director Simulator Operators Course, or the Company SNTTP Pilot Control Unit (PCU) Weapons Director Intern Course. A minimum of three years’ experience as a Pilot Control Unit (PCU) Operator in Weapons Director training. Knowledge and experience of Weapons Director regulations and procedures, and Flight Deck Operations. Pilot with a minimum of 500 operational flying hours and certified as a Simulator Instructor.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Al Majma'ah, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within a training environment that encourages independent learning and a military ethos, ensuring adherence to acceptable standards of behaviour, dress, and performance as defined in company policy.

Compensation

A competitive salary is offered for this role, commensurate with experience and qualifications.