Chief Instructor On Aircraft

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(Saudi National Only)

Grade: 5

Location: Dhahran

Working hours: full time

Advert closing: 27/10/2026

Responsibilities

· Work closely with the RSAF to ensure appropriate levels of cadet discipline are established and maintained.

· Maintain the credibility of the company with RSAF by exercising and co-ordinating Quality Assurance.

· Recommend, develop and implement procedures, processes and controls within an assigned area to ensure compliance with defined policies.

· Ensure working practices comply with all current departmental policies, procedures and work instructions, conducting regular reviews to ensure they are applied and reflect the efficient practices appropriate to a dynamic organisation.

· Support the pursuit of business opportunities to facilitate performance and growth and to ensure the team contributes to achieving the department’s business and value plan

· Contribute as required to supporting business development activities

· Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and corporate requirements and external standards within area(s) of specialism and keep abreast of changes which may impact the business.

· Manage the performance and development of Direct Reports to fully meet TSI requirements.

· Compile reports and communicate upwardly project performance against KPIs.

· Working in liaison with and deputising for the TTM in his absence.

· Identify and work to achieve meaningful and practical objectives in the course of duties that reflect and satisfy the overall needs of the section and wider business.

· Understand and strive to exceed the expectations of the Customer and stakeholders.

· Understand how the business performs, its operating procedures and deliverables, in order to achieve objectives associated with the role

· Two-way communication through sharing of information as appropriate and listening to other parties views and expectations

· Support, co-operate with, and work with others in order to achieve common goals and objectives

· Adopt a flexibile and creative approach to problem solving, applying this to achieve practical solutions in the course of duties

· Adopt a pro-active and flexible approach to duties of the role and the needs of the wider business.

· Undertake all mandatory and developmental training as deemed appropriate by the business

· Strive to adhere to acceptable standards of behaviour and performance as expected by the business and defined in Company policy

· Any other duties as deemed reasonable and appropriate by the business.

Job Requirements:

· The post holder is required to produce reports through the TTS Technical Training Manager for the TTS Head of Training.

· The post holder will be required to produce facts and figures for training and manning reviews, for monitoring teams and whenever anything is needed to support other Wings in the TSI.

· The post holder will communicate with the TTS Technical Training Manager and senior staff with reference to On aircraft training and planning matters including manning levels.

· The job-holder will take direction and support from the TSI Technical Training Manager in discharging the above responsibilities to satisfy project timescales and customer expectations.

· The post holder will be required to assess and confirm the technical and professional suitability of global best practice in academic training as it relates or applies to the RSAF’s operational environment.

· The job-holder will lead his direct reports and the mechanical, avionics and weapons instructors assigned to the On Aircraft Training function within the TSI.

· The job-holder must be able to assess the impact of any rapidly changing events and make all necessary adjustments quickly and seamlessly while maintaining the integrity of the training programme and all its complexity.

· Degree qualified or a graduate of a military or civilian aerospace training establishment and will possess the technical qualifications appropriate to their specialty area.

· Will have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience.

· Will have a minimum of 10 years experience within their specialty.

· Must have an English Language ability of band 5.0 IELTS with speaking and listening band scores at 5.0 when recruited, and achieved within the last 2 years if non-native speaker.

· Proven experience in the development and delivery of academic and technical training programmes.

· He will have a high level of computer literacy and experience in using the full range of MS Office applications, particularly MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

· Strong interpersonal and communications skills and team player.

· Working knowledge of the BAE Systems operational framework has it relates to Life Cycle Management.

· An ability to think analytically and express solutions to complex issues in simple language.

· A track record of successfully assessing and responding to customers’requirements

· Good knowledge of training methodologies, analysis, design and delivery and a proven ability to perform within a training environment.

· To be recruited from within KSA with the expectation that the candidate has secured the necessary functional training and academic qualifications to provide qualified and assured advice to the RSAF technical and academic technical training services project.

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..