Propulsion Technician📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Morson Talent is seeking an experienced Propulsion Technician for a high-profile overseas military aviation environment in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. This role involves supporting maintenance operations on the Tornado fast jet platform within a structured military aviation setting. The position is demanding and safety-critical, requiring adherence to approved technical data, airworthiness requirements, and organizational procedures for the maintenance, inspection, fault diagnosis, repair, and servicing of aircraft propulsion systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive maintenance, servicing, and repair activities on Tornado propulsion systems.
• Perform engine removal, installation, and functional testing to ensure optimal performance.
• Carry out thorough fault diagnosis and rectification in strict accordance with approved technical documentation.
• Conduct detailed inspections of engines, components, and associated systems.
• Support and/or conduct ground runs and post-maintenance checks to verify system integrity.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with stringent airworthiness and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately complete all required maintenance documentation and certification records.
• Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and aviation safety standards.
• Work effectively and collaboratively as part of a multi-skilled engineering team.
• Ensure all tools, equipment, and work areas are maintained to the required high standards.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in aircraft propulsion maintenance within an operational environment.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply technical manuals and engineering documentation effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety and quality compliance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Technical Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience working on fast jet propulsion systems; Tornado experience is highly desirable.
• A strong understanding of aircraft engine systems and established maintenance practices.
• Proficiency in fault finding, diagnostics, and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Familiarity with military aviation maintenance standards and airworthiness requirements.
• Experience in engine removal, installation, and functional testing.
• Capability to perform ground runs and post-maintenance checks.
• Proficiency in completing maintenance documentation and certification records.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and aviation safety standards compliance.
• Skills in maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas.

Contract Details and Location

This is a full-time, 6-month rolling contract position based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The role operates on a Sunday-Thursday working pattern, with 48 hours per week. The daily rate offered is £315, with potential for overtime at the standard day rate. 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 the deployment process potentially taking up to 5 months.