Quality Assurance Specialist

(Saudi National Only)                                                

Grade: 6

Location: Dhahran

Working hours: full time

Advert closing: 21/01/2026

Responsibilities

·         The Quality / Assurance Specialist is responsible for supporting project / Function activities and tasks as directed by his line manager.

·         Will be required to conduct audits, assessment and investigations into product and/or process failures in line with business needs.

·         Involvement in mechanical, avionic / electrical and ground systems disciplines will occur in line with business needs.

·         As required, represent the Quality Department as project Quality Assurance Specialist assuring that contractual quality conditions and company requirements, including Lifecycle Management (LCM) requirements, are achieved. To undertake product certification activities as necessary.

·         As required, support and prepare Quality Plans in line with LCM requirements. Comprehensive reports are produced assuring project activities are addressed to the customer’s satisfaction. Preparation of Certificates of Conformity.

·         As required, support the day-to-day liaison, tracking and reporting on quality issues and resolutions through written reports and presentations.

·         As required, assess business areas for compliance to quality requirements, preform audits, report preparation/issue and follow-up actions to agreed timescales.

·         As required, carry out ‘Guide’ duties for 3rd Party assessors and resolve assessor queries as they arise.

·         As required, assess with the preparation and delivery of related Quality / Assurance training.

·         As required, responsible for reviewing quality documents for adequacy and compliance to company/ISO requirements for specific projects and provide detailed reports on project/functional quality documentation. 

Job Requirements:

·         The jobholder shall have an engineering background and a minimum of 2 years experience in a Quality / Assurance environment.

·         Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

·         Recognised engineering trade qualification.

·         He must have a working understanding of the current BAE Systems Quality Management System, be knowledgeable of ISO 9001 Quality Systems.  

·         No supervisory responsibility but the job is required to provide informal technical support to new team members.  On the job training refers to training on the specific tasks required to perform the job effectively and the procedures to follow.

·         Proactive planning, organising and implementing tasks that are required to ensure that BAE Systems Saudi Arabia quality standards conform both with customer (internal & external) and regulatory body requirements

·         The role requires ability to make judgements based on practice and previous experience.  This necessitates the ability to assess the validity and applicability of previous or similar experiences and evaluate options under circumstances that are not covered by procedures

·         The jobholder has a direct impact on the business through their responsibility for the quality of the tasks performed or services provided.

·         The jobholder must be able to exchange ideas and information effectively in a concise and logical way, and be sensitive to audience diversity.  The job holder may also require a degree of tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.

·         Should be able to report both verbal and written to external customers, suppliers and internal customers pertaining to audits and fault investigations as required.

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..