Job Description
(Saudi National Only)
Grade: GG12
Location: Riyadh
Working hours: full time
Advert closing: 18/06/2026
Responsibilities
OBJECTIVE & OUTLINE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Objective
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Support all Prime Contract Requirements and Configurations Management activities associated with Typhoon Programme which includes Process/Procedure Developments & improvements. The role will assure that the total technical and maintenance solutions, when integrated together, meets the Customers intended use.
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Manage overall Systems Engineering Management activities (Requirements, Change, and Configuration) for KSA SALAM Programme (Typhoon) on behalf Head of Engineering – Integration.
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maintain the Salam Product Security Management System by working with the Salam Product Delivery Teams and their suppliers to assure products comply with contractual product security requirements and prevailing security regulations, Product security risk is analyzed and decisions documented, and Products meet their required product security requirement to ensure they are secure by design.
Accountabilities
· The role reports to the Head of Engineering – Integration of Typhoon Programme.
· Responsible to manage the overall Systems Engineering Management activities (Requirements, Change, and Configuration) for KSA SALAM Programme (Typhoon) to provide assurance that SALAM projects are meeting overall requirements that comply with BAEESA E&M FGM policies and mandates.
· The role responsible to support integration technical management for all stakeholders: BAE Systems Saudi Arabia, other BAE Systems BU’s, MODSAP and particularly relevant RSAF staff.
· Act as the Functional management PoC in terms of Requirements and Configuration management on behalf Head of Engineering – Integration.
· To develop SQEP Engineering personnel across SALAM Programme in relation to Requirements, Change and Configuration management.
· Maintain the Salam Programme Product Security Management System used to ensure product security risks are effectively managed and products are secure by design.
· Continuously improve the Salam Product Security Management System.
· Provide advice, guidance on product security matters and facilitate Product Security Training and Awareness across the Salam Programme.
Job Requirements:
· Educated to Honors Engineering degree level.
· Associate Engineer (AE) or higher with the Saudi Council of Engineering (SCE) or similar form relevant Professional Body
· Excellent understanding of the application of Engineering Life Cycle Management to develop the appropriate engineering management strategies across the Programme/Projects and their associated solutions. An experienced Design Review Assessor is highly desirable.
· Experience of the development and application of engineering process, functional governance, assurance and successful deployment.
· Experience of the development and application of engineering process, organisational design, functional governance, assurance and its successful deployment.
· Experience of operating in a highly regulated and highly scrutinised area that has significant impact on the organisation’s reputation.
· Proven ability for objective decision-making regards resources, risk management and engineering and assurance forward strategy
· In addition to any tailoring the Job Holder will be required to create new processes and generate innovative solutions where an existing solution does not exist.
· Excellent communication and networking skills and the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders and develop technical relationships with our customers, supporting business units and services.
· Good management, people development competencies. Management experience with proven ability to manage multi-disciplined staff together with engineering skillsets.
· A good understanding of the BAE Systems Operational Framework is highly desirable.
· A good understanding of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and associated financial, project, commercial and HR processes. Experience in BAES, MODSAP & Project Office commercial processes is highly desirable
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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