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About BAE Systems Saudi Arabia

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor, operating under Government-to-Government arrangements to provide essential equipment, support, and training to Saudi Arabia. This includes the maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and the training of RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel in the safe use of their aircraft, equipment, and weapons. BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda, including Saudisation and the development of Saudi National capability through partnerships and industrialisation.

The Role of Mechanical Superintendent

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is seeking a Mechanical Superintendent to join our team in Taif. This full-time role involves controlling and managing personnel and resources pertinent to AGF Mechanical Trade activities. The Mechanical Superintendent supports the RSAF Operational Flying Squadrons and assists in the co-ordination and generation of aircraft to maximise Operational Ready Rates, adhering strictly to the RSAF Regulatory Framework. This position requires over 10 years of experience and offers a competitive salary.

Key Responsibilities

• Allocate supervisor manpower for maintenance activities, flight line duties, and EOR/Hit Team duties.
• Demand aircraft spares and raise TPRFs against approved data.
• Raise TQs for any aircraft-related anomalies and carry out PMDS downloads, assessing arisings including SHM and EHM analysis.
• Complete PIP for assigned manpower, identifying and addressing training requirements.
• Liaise with the Mechanical Senior Superintendent to ensure all engineering authorisations are current.
• Conduct thorough shift handovers and ensure adherence to tool control procedures and approved data.
• Ensure good husbandry practices are observed and maintained.
• Support the QA and higher HQ reporting process and identify/implement continuous improvements.
• Support aircrew debriefs as required and provide assistance to Supervisors in troubleshooting/fault finding.
• Carry out required senior Supervisory inspections and checks as per approved data.
• Confirm job completion to the Rectification Controller / Maintenance Advisor.
• Review changes to approved data impacting the trade (data modules, TyIMPs, TTPs etc.).
• Ensure accurate recording of Supervisor manhours on ESS for aircraft maintenance or in a local log for non-ESS tasks.
• Manage the welfare and discipline of all assigned staff in conjunction with other Management and Supervisory staff.
• Provide advice and guidance to assigned supervisors.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• HNC level education or recognised equivalent, or relevant experience supported by formal, recorded workplace applied related training.
• Completion of a recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship in industry/military or a similar qualification in aircraft systems.
• Previous Typhoon Mechanical Systems experience with a formal ‘Q’ annotation.
• Extensive post-qualification experience (10+ years) in military fast jet maintenance support at a Senior Supervisor level within an operational military flying environment.
• Proven ability to manage all levels of engineering personnel.
• Good interpersonal skills for coordinating activities, with the ability to communicate, influence, and direct decision-making.
• Strong understanding of company processes, procedures, and industry knowledge.
• Excellent management and coaching skills for supervisor development.

Desirable Skills and Attributes

• An understanding of engineering operating procedures.
• Proven managerial experience within the aerospace industry, preferably gained on 3rd and/or 4th Generation military aircraft at Senior Supervisor level or equivalent.
• Experience working in the aviation industry in a Gulf Coast Country.
• Ability to act on own initiative within the scope of the job.
• A conscientious approach to work and meticulous attention to detail.
• A track record of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality.
• An understanding of ESS or a similar electronic-based reporting system.

Work Environment

This full-time position is based in Taif, Saudi Arabia, within an operational military flying environment. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to critical defence operations and national capability development initiatives.