Helmet Mounted Symbology System (HMSS) Technician

Helmet Mounted Symbology System (HMSS) Technician

Grade: 7

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.

This role is responsible to ensure that all personnel engaged in activities within this Area of Responsibility follow effective Safety, SHE and Quality Assurance including compliance with all related regulations, policies and procedures.  Delivery of customer requirements in order to sustain and build aircrew relationships. Attending meetings at the request of key stakeholders to provide any relevant information pertaining to the performance of the HMSS Bay. You will assist in the generation of reports relating to the overall performance of the HMSS Bay. Conducting maintenances, scheduled and unscheduled repairs of HMSS in accordance with the Approved Technical Data and procedures. Supporting the Saudisation process through OJT. You will adhere to approved Maintenance data and highlighting any anomalies when they arise. Completing any other reasonable duties or requests that are made by your Line Management. You will be able to work as an effective team member, contributing guidance to others when needed, and be proactive in the seeking of tasks from superiors when required. Following local work process within the bay, highlighting any inconsistencies or possible improvements to all Line Managers. You will have awareness of some Continuing Airworthiness (CA) terminology, including an understanding of the topic & will have received a CA Awareness brief.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

•  Delivering and managing the HMSS capabilities in support of the RSAF Typhoon operations across KSA.

• Aware of the principles of Continuing Airworthiness and how they apply to your area of maintenance including the terminology used.

• Aware of the limitations of your personal authorisations.

• Familiar with how authorisations, competence and currency affect the completion of maintenance tasks.

• Aware of the need to report all accidents and incidents in controlled and confidential manner.

• Correct completion & recording of all engineering practises in line with 2nd & 3rd signature responsibilities.

• Task prioritisation to ensure no loss in flying capability.

• Segregation and control, including tagging of all materials regardless of serviceability state.

• Job card compilation & control, including a working knowledge of 1st & 2nd signature responsibilities.

• Ensuring strict adherence to correct engineering practises and usage of approved data.

• Generation of statistics relating to the overall performance and usage of HMSS.

• Control of Supply & POL systems including relative document control.

• Have a working knowledge of Tool Control, ensuring correct procedures are in place at all times.

• Awareness of the maintenance planning philosophy. Have an understanding of the distinctive terms used within it and how it relates to your role.

• Have a detailed knowledge of the Aircrew Assisted Escape System (AAES) and the safety requirements of entering and exiting the aircraft cockpit safely. You are always aware of the training for the AAES Typhoon authorisation

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Extensive proven experience within the field of Aircrew Life Support Equipment & HMSS serving on an operational military flying unit – Typhoon preferred.

• 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.

• Thorough working knowledge of HMSS maintenance, fault finding and fitting procedures.

• Practical experience working on HMSS and associated test equipment.

• Broad experience of coaching and mentoring techniques to supervise and develop others through a training evaluation strategy.

• Able to adapt to rapidly changing customer requirements.

• An understanding of RAF and/or RSAF engineering operating procedures.

• Thorough working knowledge of aircraft Life Support Fast Jet Equipment.

• Preferred experience of working in the aviation industry in a Gulf Coast Country.

• Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise all levels of engineering personnel.

• Hold 2nd signature.

• The successful candidate, Saudi or Expatriate must obtain Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership at the appropriate level, prior to starting the new role or commencing employment in KSA, SCE membership must be maintained throughout their employment in this role.

RECRUITMENT

• High level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a large number of diverse and complex activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision making process at all levels. Experience of multi–tasking to manage a diverse range of engineering and management activities.

• Conscientious and able to work under pressure as part of the larger management and leadership team.

• Ability to work independently and to effectively prioritise according to operational and customer requirements.

   

• Excellent communication skills including the ability to adjust for a required audience.

• Extensive experience in various Aircraft Engineering environments.

• Leadership, delegation and team building skills for the effective people management.

Leadership Competencies

•  Set Direction & Deliver Results.

• Drives Strategic Growth – Delivering work to a high standard.

• Partners with Customers – Communicates clearly with others to deliver on their requirements.

• Generates New Ideas – Applies knowledge and skills to anticipate and solve problems.

• Take Others with You.

• Understands and Develops Self – Understands own development needs and responds well to feedback.

•  Develops People – Helps others to do their jobs.

•  Leads and Inspires Teams – Supports team working and values everyone’s contributions.

• Collaborate to Win.

• Takes a Global View – Recognises the benefit of working with different groups.

•  Collaborates Across Networks – Builds positive relationships in the workplace

• Influences Others – Communicates and reasons logically.

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.