IP (Basic)

Instructor Pilot (Basic)

Location: Al-Majmaah , 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.

The purpose of the Instructor Pilot (Basic) role is to deliver flight and ground training service to the cadets that have been assigned to them in accordance with the business objectives

An exciting opportunity is available to join BAE Systems as an

Instructor Pilot (Basic), instructing on the PC-21 based in Al-Majmaah.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

·       As an Instructor Pilot (Basic) you will be responsible to the Head of Flying (KFAA) for flying instructional missions for cadets in accordance with appropriate Royal Saudi Air Force training syllabi.

·       Perform flying operations and cadet training in accordance with KSA Company Flying Regulations and RSAF Regulations.

·       Identify aviation safety risks and make mitigating recommendations to Sqn Supervisor

·       Have a working knowledge of SafeTal incident reporting and be familiar with the flying operations Hazard (Risk) Log in both the Hazard and FORM modules.

·       Provide air operations subject matter expertise to Sqn Supervisor when requested.

·       Perform duties and delegated tasks from the Sqn Supervisor as directed.

·       Highlight Cadet training issues to Sqn Supervisory staff.

·       Follow Sqn Supervisor policies and processes.

·       Monitor and evaluate the progress of Cadets assigned to him and advise Sqn Supervisory staff of any issues.

·       Generate reports as required by Sqn Supervisory staff.

·       Maintain cultural awareness with the customer at all times.

·       Conform to required standards and operating procedures in keeping with customer needs. Monitor the Aviation Safety culture within the Sqn to ensure adherence to required standards.

·       Self-monitor fatigue levels in accordance with the KFAA Aircrew Fatigue Management Plan and highlight any concerns to Sqn Supervisory staff.

·       Advise the Sqn Supervisor of factors adversely affecting safe operations.

·       Provide ground training lectures and synthetic device missions to cadets as scheduled by their unit.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

To be eligible for the role of Instructor Pilot (Basic) you will need the following qualifications and experience: 

·       Be a highly experienced military or ex-military Flying Instructor with an RAF A2 instructor qualification (or equivalent) for Basic instruction

·       Accumulated a minimum of 1500 total flying hours, 800 of which must be on fixed wing aircraft

·       Accumulated a minimum of 400 total Basic flying instructional hours.

·       Be a maximum age of 51 when contracted.

·       Have good people development competencies

·       High levels of interpersonal skills

·       The ability to communicate, influence and direct Saudi cadets both in the air and on the ground.

·       Proficient verbal and written English communication and networking skills.

·       Any shortfall in the above requirements is subject to customer approval

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.