Aircraft Maintenance Superintendent

Grade\: 6

Location\: Dhahran

Working hours\: full time

Advert closing\: 18/08/2026

Responsibilities

· Management of the aircraft maintenance programmes.

· Management of the requirements of the HPO1, HPO2 PE1 servicing schedule, unscheduled maintenance, Modification Embodiment, TCTOs, SI’s, and System testing.

· Management and supervision of aircraft team of supervisors & Technicians.

· Provide support to the RSAF away from TSS if required.

· Work and supervise outside normal trade boundary if required.

· Point of contact for all issues aside from aircraft within his given phases of work.

· Takes all necessary actions to ensure the aircraft remains on schedule as defined in the aircraft project plan. These actions are not limited to but are to include\: Monitoring the planned maintenance activities of the aircraft.

Ø Monitoring access given to all trades.

Ø Monitoring spares demands, required by dates, forecast delivery dates.

Ø Monitoring the individual aircraft team member’s performance.

Ø Request additional resources to boost productivity when these are available.

Ø First Stage/Mandatory and Independent certification of completed tasks carried out by the Maintenance Team Technicians when required to do so, including Red-X clearance.

Ø Monitors and provides daily updates of aircraft’s progress against the programme; these updates are verbal or via the agreed IT based application.

Ø Highlights to the Aircraft Maintenance Lead, issues likely to impact the aircraft programme.

Ø Ensures timely and accurate information is supplied when submitting a Technical Query.

Ø Accurate estimates of ‘additional work’ content and hours.

· Responsible for reporting and encouraging expedient Error Management Reporting, addressing or highlighting any safety concerns and failings immediately

· Takes action to address poor performance and disciplinary matters.

· Provides overall effective management of the Aircraft Teams in line with the TSS’s current business objectives.

· Has responsibility, as far as is considered fair and practicable, for ensuring the personnel he is supervising have the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out the task in hand and that the task is completed I.A.W. RSAF TOs/publications, TSS Quality system process and M&CA mandates.

· Ensures that all renewable certifications for all technicians in the phases within his control are carried out in a timely manner.

· Provides sufficient direct supervision of personnel to ensure quality standards are maintained.

· Investigates and provides reports on technical issues and accident/incident events.

· Ensures effective housekeeping programme is maintained throughout the phases within his working area.

· Prepares for and co-operates with internal/external audits.

· Ensures that sound maintenance practices and documentation procedures are followed at all times.

· Before delegating any task, ensures all personnel are authorised/certified to accomplish the task.

· Provides on-the-job theory and practical training.

· Promotes the personal development of himself and others.

· Assesses the competency of team personnel and informs the Aircraft Maintenance Lead of any deficiencies.

· Certifies personnel for specific tasks when certified as a ‘Work Place Trainer’.

· Ensures accurate demands for replacement components/parts are placed as soon as possible.

· Ensures the required by and impact dates for demands are accurately recorded.

· Monitors the forecast date for demands and in liaison with the Supervisors, places on the ‘critical list’ any that are likely to impact the programme.

· Highlights to the Aircraft Maintenance Lead demands likely to impact the aircraft programme.

· Ascertains whether serviceable and calibrated test equipment is available for the planned tasks, and if not informs the Aircraft Maintenance Lead.

· Deputises, if required, for the Aircraft Maintenance Lead.

· Establishes and maintains positive relations with the TSS’s internal and external customers.

· Has and promotes understanding of the commercial issues related to the TSS within the Team.

· Ensure accurate information flow is maintained to and from his designated area of responsibility.

· Provide technical reports on aircraft status for the daily maintenance meeting and initial investigations into incidents, deficiencies and damage.

· When deputising for the Aircraft Maintenance Lead, will be required to give verbal briefings to the TSS Managers.

· Ability to tow aircraft and supervise aircraft towing team.

· Identify and execute opportunities to improve and enhance the delivery of the TSS service and encourage a Continuous Improvement culture.

Job Requirements\:

Essential\:

· A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA

OR

· Part 66 licensed (current or lapsed), or suitable equivalent technical license acceptable to M&CA

AND

· Relevant type training (Q Course) and specific training if required

· Saudi Council of Engineering (SCE) Registration

· Have at least 10 years post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR 5 years on same aircraft

· Have at least 3 years’ experience in a relevant management role

· Must have experience working knowledge of EASA/M&CA Part 145

· High level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a number of activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct decision-making.

Desirable\:

· Broad Aerospace and Defence company / industry knowledge

· An understanding of BAESSA engineering operating procedures

· Understand and use Maintenance GoldESP system or similar platform

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 leave allowance, a full health care scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems has a heritage of commitment to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For 50 years, we have provided the platforms and services that support the Saudi armed forces to defend the interests of the Kingdom. In support of the Saudi Arabia National Objectives, we’ve invested heavily in the development of Saudi people, technology, infrastructure and local companies in the defence supply chain. Our investments have helped to

develop the Saudi defence industry as well as developing a skilled and highly productive workforce.

(BAE Systems KSA is committed to the full inclusion of qualified people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, BAE Systems KSA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation during the job application or interview process, and or to perform essential job functions).

Note\: All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals..