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 aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons. For such training, the Electronic Combat (EC) Instructor is responsible for the instruction of RSAF Electronic Warfare students, and the development, production and presentation of classified and unclassified courseware for the Electronic Warfare School (EWS) using: Computer-Based Training (CBT), Conventional teaching methods and the Advanced EC Simulator (AECS).
Job Purpose
Hawk Aircrew Instructors (AI's) are responsible to the Hawk Aircrew Instructor Supervisor (AIS) in the following key roles:
Aircrew Training Device (ATD) console operations.
T-165 Technical Ground School.
Supplementary Aircrew Training.
Human Factors and Flying Safety academics and support.
Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals (IFF) and In-Kingdom Instructor (IKT) support academics.
Flying Schedule management.
Various administrative tasks as determined by the AIS.
Job Accountabilities
The AI is to receive training and maintain competency on the following systems / competencies:
Hawk T-165 Aircraft and Mission Systems (AS and MS).
Human Factors and for select AI's, Performance Coaching.
Under the guidance of the AIS, the AI is to:
Deliver Officer and Aircrew Training (OAT) technical and non-instructional academic events.
Operate the FMS or IPT console in support of IFF or IKT synthetic training or currency events.
Develop and maintain IFF and IKT courseware utilizing the Learning Content Management System (LCMS).
Manage Aircrew Technical Document library, database and facilitate Aircrew Document Set (ADS) amendment process.
Develop and publish the daily Hawk flying and ground schedule utilizing Flight Pro.
Deliver Human Factors training and where qualified Performance Coaching to O&AT Trainees and personnel where appropriate.
Assist KFAB Flying Organisation staff as required with Syllabus development.
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Essential
Ex-Military Instructional Aircrew who have operated in a crewed environment.
One of the following qualifications; Qualified Weapons Instructor (QWI), Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI), Qualified Navigation Instructor (QNI), Instructor Weapons System Operator (IWSO) or hold an Aircrew ground instructor qualification.
Able to deliver clear and concise ground school lectures, briefs, presentations and reports.
Able to conduct Train the Trainer activities to ensure continuity within the functional area.
IT literate with the current Microsoft Office programs and tools.
High standard of spoken and written English language to International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent for non-native speakers.
Desireable
Previous instructional experience with RSAF or GCC personnel.
Qualified Human Factors Facilitator or Instructor.
Qualified Performance coach.
Experience in Training Management Information System (TMIS) or Flight Pro.
Able to apply the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) and be conversant in:
Training Situational / Needs Analysis capture, development and creation.
Syllabus development.
Conversant with the following document sets:
RSAF Manual (RSAFM) 15-XX series for Aircrew Training and Currency.
RSAFM Flying Order Book (FOB).
Aircraft Flight Manuals, Normal and Emergency checklists, Weapon checklists and performance data manuals.
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 and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 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.
