Weapon Load Training Cell Supervisor

Weapon Load Training Cell Supervisor
* ‎00106861

Typhoon Weapons Load Training Cell Supervisor
Salary: Competitive
Location: Taif, Saudi Arabia
JOB PURPOSE
BAE Systems is the UK Government's nominated Prime Contractor under the
Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment,
support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi
Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel
safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and
weapons.
BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National
Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi
National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies
thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.
The purpose of this role is for controlling and supervising personnel and
resources pertinent to weapon load training activities in support of the RSAF
Typhoon weapon load certification policy. To assess and recommend for
certification, within the terms of the authorisations issued, that weapon load
training has been carried out in accordance with the relevant publications and
the BAE Systems Maintenance Organisation Exposition.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Conduct practical and academic training programs for loading personnel, ensuring a high degree of proficiency in loading munitions on assigned aircraft. This includes training, certifying, re-certifying, de-certifying and qualifying load crew and sub-crew members
* Document load crew evaluations.
* Develop Task Assignment Lists (TAL) for each similar munitions loading operation including Integrated Combat Turnaround (ICT).
* Monthly evaluate a flightline loading operation.
* Monthly evaluate the Armament portion of an End-of-runway (EOR) process.
* Implement necessary tool control procedures and standardise the load crew tool boxes for crews that perform the same function.
* Make sure the load training area is maintained in an outstanding manner.
* Maintain training munitions.
* Critique each load crew at the completion of the loading or unloading evaluation.
* Maintain load crew records.
* Maintain the load crew status charts.
* Monitor Lead Crews in the performance of their duties to enhance standardisation.
* Provide Explosive Safety training to all personnel who require it.
* Ensure that all Weapon Load Training and Certifications are carried out iaw RSAF policy.
* Ensure FOD control measures are implemented.
* Coaching, training, mentoring and knowledge transfer to BAES and RSAF personnel under your direction and control.
* Undertaking the responsibilities of the Weapon Load Standards Senior Supervisor in their absence.
* Ensure that all personnel engaged in activities in areas under your control follow the correct engineering practices, observe safety precautions and that as far as is reasonably practicable ensure that no one is exposed to any unnecessary or uncontrolled risk.
* Completing any other reasonable duties or requests that are made by your line management.
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Essen tial
* Must be educated to HNC level or recognised equivalent or have relevant experience supported by formal, recorded workplace applied related training.
* Must have completed a recognised aircraft engineering apprenticeship or similar qualification in military aircraft weapons engineering.
* Must have completed Aircraft Type Specific training on Third or Fourth Generation military fast jet aircraft Weapon Load activities.
* Extensive post qualification experience of military fast jet maintenance support, at a certifying position within an operational military flying environment.
* Extensive experience in Weapon Load Training on a Fourth Generation military fast jet aircraft (may be concurrent with the above).
Desirable
* Broad aerospace and defence company/industry knowledge.
* An understanding of RAF and /or RSAF engineering operating procedures .
RECRUITMENT
The post holder have the following background:
* Ex-military with experience serving on an operational military flying unit.
* Must have attained Supervisor/JNCO level working in a military aircraft maintenance environment.
* Thorough working knowledge of the Weapon Load activities associated with a Fourth Generation military fast jet aircraft.
* Excellent understanding of the range of principles and systems utilised on modern aircraft munitions and gun systems.
* Experience of working in the aviation industry in a Gulf Coast Country preferred.
* The ability to act upon their own initiative within the scope of their job.
* A conscientious approach to work and meticulous attention to detail is also required.
* A track record of meeting strict deadlines without compromising standards and quality
EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will
receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free
recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In
addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not
to be missed. On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia
will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi
Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in
the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.
SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will
receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave
and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised
recreational facilities
BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led
defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of
‎89,600 people in more than ‎40 countries. Working with customers and local
partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems
to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep
critical information and infrastructure secure.
All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary
Government and/or Customer approvals.

Job Engineering
Primary LocationSA-‎02-Mecca-Taif
Closing Date ‎03/Aug/‎23, ‎3:59:‎00 PM