Typhoon DASS Test & Verification Engineer

Typhoon DASS Test & Verification Engineer

Grade: 5

Location: Riyadh, 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.

Generate test plans to test and verify the Defensive Aid Sub-system (DASS) Mission Data (MD) and create a test report.

Provide the RSAF with the support and knowledge transfer such that and they acquire the skills necessary to independently and indigenously test & verify MD designed and built for the RSAF Typhoon DASS.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

The key responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:

• Review MRS

• Review DASS MD specification

• Generate DASS MD test procedure

• Generate Test scenarios

• Run the DASS MD test procedures:

• Perform Defensive Aid computer (DAC) & Enhanced Computer Symbol Generator (ECSG) MD Verification.

  • Perform (Electronic Support Measures (ESM) MD Verification

  • Perform DAC, ESM and Electronic Counter Measures (ECM) MD Verification

  • Analyse MAW MD values for compliance against DASS MD specification

• Produce DASS test report

• Provide Aircrew Briefing Guid (ABG) input to the Operations section

• Develop and maintain processes and procedures

• Reporting:

  • For all operational and technical aspects: RSAF MD Production Supervisor.

• Line manager responsibility for reporting staff, including but not limited:

  • Day to day team leadership and direction.

  • Team development Personal Development Plans.

  • SHE leadership and leading by example.

  • Day to day team management to maximise utilisation, effectiveness and efficiency of the team.

• Personnel issues:

  • Prime Contractor Management in KSA as per the Organisation Chart.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft applications with Windows and Internet search

• Experience in Typhoon DASS MD T&V

• Proficiency in English language

• Demonstrate an existing SCE registration or the ability to attain one

Desirable

• Chartered status

• Experience in an Avionic or Electronic Warfare (EW) maintenance environment

• Qualified Trainer

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.