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Propulsion Technician Opportunity

Morson Talent is currently recruiting an experienced Propulsion Technician to support a major RSAF Tornado maintenance programme. This full-time position is based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, and offers a daily rate of £315 Ltd. It provides an opportunity to join a highly experienced maintenance organisation supporting operational military aircraft within a professional and highly regulated aviation environment.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Propulsion Supervisor, the Propulsion Technician will carry out maintenance activities on aircraft propulsion systems. This role ensures all work is completed in accordance with approved technical documentation, airworthiness requirements, and organisational procedures. The position supports aircraft availability through inspection, fault diagnosis, repair, servicing, engine changes, testing, and maintenance recovery activities, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, servicing, and repair activities on aircraft propulsion systems.
• Execute engine removal, installation, and functional testing.
• Conduct fault diagnosis and rectification in accordance with approved technical documentation.
• Carry out inspection of engines, components, and associated systems.
• Support and conduct ground runs and post-maintenance checks where authorised.
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness and regulatory requirements.
• Support aircraft serviceability and operational readiness.
• Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and certification records.

Training, Quality, and Safety

The technician is responsible for maintaining valid and current authorisations relevant to assigned tasks. This includes supporting training activities, providing technical guidance, and assisting with the development of trainee technicians, while proactively identifying training requirements for self and others. Compliance with technical publications and approved maintenance procedures is essential, alongside supporting FOD prevention and housekeeping standards. Adherence to all Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) and Product Safety requirements is mandatory, ensuring all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and on time, and promoting safe working practices.

Program Context

This programme offers exposure to a highly experienced engineering organisation supporting a critical operational fleet. For engineers, this presents an opportunity to work on one of the world's largest remaining operational Tornado fleets, collaborating with experienced military aviation professionals. Supporting operational military aircraft overseas in this capacity is becoming increasingly rare.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking individuals with a sound understanding of aircraft engine maintenance practices and the ability to operate effectively within a structured military aviation environment. Candidates should possess experience in aircraft propulsion, engine maintenance, or aircraft mechanical maintenance, and be interested in supporting a major international military aviation programme.