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Senior Technical Representative

Employer
BAE Systems
Location
Saudi Arabia
Salary
Negotiable
Closing date
26 Jun 2019
Reference
00061857

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Discipline
Electronics
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

Senior Technical Representative

Would you like the opportunity to work on military and commercial platforms within BAE Electronic Systems?

We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Technical Representative to join the Field Service Department, at BAE Systems ES (Rochester), UK. However for the particular role on offer, the successful candidate will be deployed in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia for an initial 2 year period, providing on-site support to Tornado prime and test equipment for the Royal Saudi Airforce.

This period of deployment in Saudi Arabia is currently planned to commence September / October 2019.

The Field Service Department provides various levels of field support to our customers throughout the world and varies from Flight trials, modifications and fault diagnosis / rectification from platform level through to component level, as and when required.

As a Senior Technical Representative your main responsibilities will involve:

Daily Interface with the customer, providing monthly reports back into BAE Systems UK

Support to the customer, in the maintenance / calibration and operational use of a number of Tornado equipment that includes: SMS, TVTAB AMLCD, WIFU, MSDC, SAGE

Informal 'On the Job' training of customer's staff, as a sub- set requirement of the main role

As a Senior Technical Representative your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

The successful candidate will be educated to BTEC level (including ONC/OND) in an Electronics or similar discipline

Previous experience in a development or Test / Engineering role

Practical experience in test and fault finding of electronics equipment

A full UK driving licence

What we're looking for in you:

You will be an excellent communicator both verbal and written

You will be highly organised with the ability to stay calm under pressure

Have a flexible approach to working practices and hours. It is essential that the successful candidate is prepared and able to travel as required

Be self-motivated, in completing tasks in a timely manner that is essential for the customer to complete his own tasks and duties

Location: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Salary: Competitive + Premium salary uplift of 20% available within this department and further International Assignment remuneration package will be offered for the period the candidate is in Saudi Arabia.

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Electronic Systems

The Electronic Systems (ES) sector spans the commercial and defense electronics markets with a broad portfolio of mission-critical electronic systems, including flight and engine controls; electronic warfare and night vision systems; surveillance and reconnaissance sensors; secure networked communications equipment; geospatial imagery intelligence products and systems; mission management; and power-and energy-management systems. Headquartered in Nashua, New Hampshire, ES employs approximately 13,000 people globally, with engineering and manufacturing functions primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom.

We pride ourselves on employing the best professionals around. Join us and you'll be part of something important; something you can be proud of. You'll have the opportunity to work from concept to completion, giving you real ownership of projects. Whatever you do, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing you're making a difference to people's lives.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we sometimes close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role with BAE Systems.

 

 

Company

At BAE Systems we serve, supply and protect those who serve and protect us, in a corporate culture that is performance driven and values led.

We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries. We help our customers to stay a step ahead when protecting people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information.

We also work closely with local partners to support economic development through the transfer of knowledge, skills and technology.

Facts and Figures

  • Global defence supplier and world-leading innovator
  • Established positions in air, maritime and land domains
  • Growing position in cyber security
  • Principal markets – US, UK, Saudi Arabia and Australia
  • 89,600 employees in over 40 countries
  • Customers in around 80 countries
  • 2020 sales of £20,862m
  • £1,700 invested in training per employee in 2020
  • £11bn spent with 21,000 directly-contracted suppliers

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