Fuel Technician📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Morson Edge is seeking experienced Fuel Systems Maintenance Technicians for a significant RSAF Tornado maintenance program in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. This contract opportunity involves working on a large operational Tornado fleet within a regulated military aviation environment. As part of an engineering team, you will perform aircraft and component-level fuel system maintenance, contributing to aircraft availability and airworthiness.

This role is suitable for individuals with experience in fast jet, military aviation, rotary wing, transport aircraft, or complex aircraft maintenance. While previous Tornado experience is advantageous, it is not essential; candidates with relevant aircraft fuel systems or general aircraft maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct aircraft and component fuel system maintenance in accordance with approved Technical Orders, maintenance procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform on-aircraft maintenance, including installation, repair, modification, and testing of fuel systems.
• Undertake component maintenance, including inspection, repair, troubleshooting, and functional testing.
• Adhere strictly to Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) procedures.
• Maintain tool control and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention standards.
• Manage spare parts requirements using the Gold ESP logistics system.
• Execute Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) and special inspections.
• Support aircraft serviceability and operational readiness.
• Interface with engineering and support departments to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and aircraft records.
• Maintain valid and current authorisations relevant to assigned tasks.
• Support training activities and provide technical guidance to colleagues.
• Assist in the development and training of trainee technicians.
• Proactively identify training requirements for yourself and others.
• Ensure compliance with all technical publications and approved maintenance procedures.
• Support FOD prevention and maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Adhere to all Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) and Product Safety requirements.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support compliance audits and risk mitigation activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Completion of a recognised aircraft maintenance apprenticeship or an ONC qualification supported by relevant military training.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience within an operational aircraft maintenance environment, or 3 years of experience specifically on type.
• Demonstrated experience in aircraft fuel systems or aircraft systems maintenance.
• A strong understanding of aircraft maintenance procedures and technical publications.
• Previous experience working within military or commercial aviation maintenance environments.
• Human Factors (HF) trained.
• Working On Military Equipment (WOME) trained.
• Possession of a current driving licence.

Required Skills

• Strong aircraft fuel systems maintenance knowledge.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical publications.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multinational workforce.
• High standards of workmanship and meticulous attention to detail.
• A strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality.
• Experience supporting aircraft servicing, inspections, modifications, and maintenance activities.
• Familiarity with RSAF technical documentation and procedures is desirable.
• Experience working within regulated maintenance organisations is desirable.
• Tornado aircraft experience is advantageous.
• Fast Jet maintenance experience is desirable.
• Military aviation experience is desirable.

Contract Details and Location

This is a full-time, 3-month rolling contract opportunity based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The role operates on a Sunday to Thursday schedule, with 48 hours per week. The offered daily rate is £280 Ltd. This rate includes shared accommodation and flights to/from the UK for job and visa-related travel. Deployment is expected to commence as soon as possible, with deployment timelines potentially taking up to 5 months. Successful candidates will receive provided accommodation, deployment flights, visa sponsorship support, weekly payments, and access to onsite facilities. Opportunities for overtime may be available. Further details regarding deployment schedules, accommodation arrangements, travel, leave rotations, and assignment logistics will be provided during the recruitment process.