Head of Academy & Flying Training

(Saudi National Only)                                                

Grade: GG14

Location: Riyadh

Working hours: full time

Advert closing: 22/04/2026

Responsibilities

·         The job holder is the overall responsibility against all academic, aircrew and technical specialities in the support of the H&AT programme. The job holder will manage all training aspects of the H&AT programme and ensure that the relevant training governance is adopted, such that BAE Systems’ reputation, external legislative requirements and internal Operational Framework (OF) mandates are assured and safeguarded.

·         The jobholder will ensure the academic and Flying training delivery at the King Faisal Air Academy (KFAA) and the King Faisal Air Base (KFAB) are aligned and supporting the applicable Statements of Work, e.g. the Officer and Aircrew Training (O&AT) Service. This includes the input, throughput, and output quantities of cadets/trainees, as well as maintaining the training schedule and the quality of training.

·         A key aspect of this role is to develop and maintain relationships with key senior personnel to assure the programme integrity internally and externally.

·         The role will require the job holder to provide leadership, expertise and guidance to various functional areas of the programme in support of training delivery. This includes:

·         Being the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the commercial team in evaluating tenders and contracts for new flying and training related business.

·         2Managing customer and contractor activities to meet the project deliverables.

·         Supporting the Programme Director and TSDs at KFAA and KFAB to ensure the H&AT programme is delivered to the mandated time, cost and quality standards.

·         Ensuring the best interests of the company are met when dealing with the RSAF, MoDSAP and commercial contractors and sub-contractors.

Job Requirements:

·         Former military aircrew with desirable experience in Academic Training Supervisory role with BAE Systems in KSA.

·         Extensive experience in training operations.

·         Experience of training system design.

·         Microsoft Office suite proficiency.

·         Held a senior position within a military air force.

·         Familiarity with JSP822 (Defense Systems Approach to Training).

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 defense 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.