Job Description
(Saudi National Only)
Grade: 05
Location: Riyadh
Working hours: full time
Advert closing: 28/09/2026
The role of CM Development is to develop effective platform-specific CMs that exploit identified vulnerabilities in RF and IR TWS and effectively communicate via EW Operations any recommendations and rationale to the front-line users; furthermore, they would also provide the ECM MD production team with advice on how best to implement a CM.
The key responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following:
• Assess TWS reports and analyse CMs
• Design platform specific CCMs, consisting of ECM, expendables and manoeuvres
• Generation of the platform specific Countermeasure Handbook and Countermeasure Tactics Report descriptions and rationale for all countermeasures and their associated tactic
• Supporting Operations team when necessary to communicate Tactic & CM rationale with the relevant stakeholders
• Trials planning
• Processing and analysis of trials and exercise data
• Develop and maintain processes and procedures
• In addition, the post is to carry out any further functions requested by the RSAF
Job Requirements:
• High level of interpersonal skills to co-ordinate a large number of diverse activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision-making process at all levels.
• Suitable experience in gaining the confidence of a wide spectrum of stakeholders.
• Practical experience in the development and delivery of an engineering solution.
• Holder of a Bachelor of Engineering degree.
• Experience of the development and application of engineering processes.
• Experience of Aerospace Systems and Support activities.
• Aeronautical and Defense Company / Industry knowledge (ideally 5 years minimum 3 years’ experience); involved in diverse engineering projects.
• Qualified Instructor (Air or Ground) preferable.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft applications.
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.
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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.
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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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