Technical Specialist Airframe (CDO)

About BAE Systems Saudi Arabia

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements for providing 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 is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda, including Saudisation and the development of Saudi National capabilities through the growth of Saudi National Partner Companies, reinforcing industrialisation and partnerships.

Role Overview

The Technical Specialist – Airframe (CDO) will undertake a Typhoon Design support/liaison role within the Typhoon Support Centre (TSC) at King Fahad Air Base (KFdAB), Taif, Saudi Arabia. Reporting to the Design Team Leader, this full-time position involves providing direct design support, including structural repairs and design advice, to the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) forward, depth, and SMU maintenance organisations. The role requires responding to and approving Airframe Technical Queries and offering Design Authority advice to the RSAF using the Team Centre Query resolution process. Additionally, the specialist will support the RSAF in generating National Instructions from industry-provided approved data.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer queries on the Typhoon Airframe within delegated authority, using approved data or seeking design approval as required.
• Ensure all queries, responses, and status prioritisation are recorded on the Teamcenter system via Technical Query Management Co-ordinators.
• Liaise with query originators to understand queries fully and populate the Teamcenter system accordingly.
• Provide initial analysis of queries to determine acceptance, prioritisation, and the best route for resolution, coordinating with stakeholders including the RSAF, IWSST, and the Typhoon Design Support Team Back Office.
• Assist Maintenance and Line Technical Support staff in resolving on-aircraft problems.
• Interface with European Industry via the In-Service Support Team (ISST) and the Typhoon Design Support Team Back Office to obtain appropriate responses.
• Interface with the Typhoon Design Support Team UK on technical matters to prevent duplication and ensure a common approach to problems, ensuring shared information.
• Ensure query responses have received all relevant validation signatures.
• Provide input to the status reporting process.
• Assist in the analysis of Technical Specialist Reports and data from the In-Service Data Management Team to identify trends in maintenance and operational problem areas on the Typhoon Airframe, identifying areas for improvement.
• Provide structured On-the-Job training for Saudi National Technical Specialist Staff, including training, coaching, work experience, and mentoring.
• Support the RSAF in generating National Instructions from industry-provided approved data.
• Contribute to the production of monthly reports and KPI claims.

Employee Benefits

For expatriate employees, a competitive salary, rent-free accommodation, and access to free recreation facilities within Company-secured accommodation are provided. A generous leave and travel allowance is also included. Initial appointment to Saudi Arabia will be on single status, with the opportunity to apply for family relocation upon commencement of employment. A full healthcare scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

Saudi National employees will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full healthcare scheme, and access to subsidised recreational facilities.