Job Description
(Saudi National Only)
Grade: 8
Location: Dhahran
Working hours: full time
Advert closing: 25/05/2026
Responsibilities
· Identification and treatment of corrosion found on aircraft components and structures.
· Removes corrosion using chemical and mechanical techniques.
· Perform metal etching.
· Surface preparation and application of primers and surface coats.
· Uses corrosion detection, measuring, metal identification and special cleaning, treatment and application equipment.
· Prepares and accurately completes maintenance documentation and reports.
· Maintains equipment specific to job role.
· Be an active member of a diverse team within TMSC consisting of personnel from different social backgrounds and technical trades.
· Responsible for reporting and encouraging expedient Error Management Reporting, addressing or highlighting any safety concerns and failings immediately.
· Assist within their area-of-responsibility with regards to audits and act when called upon to take responsibility for addressing / retifying any audit findings.
· Identify and enact opportunities to improve and enhance the delivery of the TSS service and encourage a Continuous Improvement culture.
Job Requirements:
· 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,OR Part 66 licensed (current or lapsed), or suitable equivalent technical license acceptable to M&CA.
· Have at least 5 years post qualification relevant experience supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training or successful completion of BAESSA apprenticeship programme (SNTTP/ TSNTTP)..
· Relevant type training (Q Course) and specific training if required.
· Understand and use Maintenance GoldESP system or similar platform.
· Be fully conversant with the interpretation of technical diagrams and Documentation.
· Demonstrate knowledge / understanding of aircraft maintenance and engineering.
· Saudi Council of Engineering (SCE) Registration.
· Broad Aerospace and Defence company / industry knowledge.
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..
We protect what matters.
We’re a skilled, collaborative, and increasingly diverse community of around 100,000 people in over 40 countries, creating some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, marine, land, and security solutions.
At our core is an overarching purpose – we play our part in protecting those who protect us, making the future more secure for everyone. Those who connect with our purpose feel pride in being part of something bigger; motivated by their ability to make a difference by creating bold, pioneering products and services that can change the world we live in.
To do this, we must always look to the future to find new ways and new ideas to advance – whilst putting our people front and centre. Championing better ways of doing things, striving for excellence in everything we do, being more efficient and sustainable.
We have a 40+ year heritage of working in data and security. Since 2000, we have expanded rapidly through the digital revolution, working in multiple industries and building our portfolio of cutting edge solutions. Our new company, Digital Intelligence, launched at the beginning of 2022 bringing together digital capabilities from across the BAE Systems Group.
To secure our ambitious future, we are committed to investing in our people, with the tools, support and inclusive environment for you to embrace a fulfilling career. Life at BAE Systems is always dynamic and challenging, with immense opportunity, and lifelong development available to all.
Whether you’re an experienced professional or just stepping out into the world of work, we’ve a wide range of career opportunities available. Whether it's engineering or technology, project management or manufacturing, you'll be helping our customers protect what really matters.
- Opportunities -
Working at BAE Systems brings immense opportunity. A long and fulfilling career, with first-class training and lifelong development available to all, with all the support to help make it happen.
The scale at which we operate generates endless opportunities to work across diverse roles, specialisms, cultures and countries. Achieving our growth ambitions needs everyone to own their role and find their unique place. This is a place to be curious, build your network, feel empowered and motivated by your team, sharing in our purpose to protect what matters and create a safer future.
As many of our team can demonstrate, it’s possible to have multiple careers throughout your time here. There’s always the opportunity to retrain or reskill, whether through a formal programme or exploring our on demand virtual learning platform where you can explore tailored resources aligned to each of our functions.
- Learning beyond your role -
We provide the opportunity to get involved in projects outside of your primary remit. We encourage you to seek a stretch project in which you’ll gain different experiences. With our huge portfolio of products and our multinational presence, there are opportunities to get involved in something different around every corner. Additionally, we encourage involvement in community projects, STEM initiatives and our employee resource groups, which all provide valuable learning and development experiences that you may not have access to in your day-to-day role.
- Learning and resources -
Lifelong learning is a reality at BAE Systems, and we’re proud to be a diverse, inclusive, and supportive employer, helping everyone build a career to be proud of, delivering our purpose of protecting those that protect us all.
Our resources are accessible at any time and from any device and consider inclusive learning styles by offering these through a variety of platforms such as videos, books, guides and structured virtual learning programmes through our digital learning plaform, Spark.