Technical Studies Simulator and Support Manager

Technical Studies Simulator and Support Manager

Grade: GG12

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

JOB PURPOSE

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 (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.

The purport of the job role is for managing the Superintendent PCU operators ATC/WD in providing realistic simulations of ATC / WD Operations in an Aerodrome, Non Radar Approach Control, Radar Approach Control and Air Defence Operations. Supporting the Head of Technical Studies Training, The Manager Air Traffic Control Training and The Manager of Weapons Director Training in the administration and management of the Technical Studies Training Department. Managing the Procedures and Processes to meet the mandates of the KFAA Academic Wing Examination Control and Records Office whilst meeting the requirements of the KFAA Study and Test Regulations. Managing and controlling the Examination Records of the Royal Saudi Air Force Trainees. Air Traffic Controller and Weapons Director Officer Cadets. You will also manage and Support the Technical Studies Simulator Technicians in their respective roles.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

·The Technical Studies Simulator and Support Manager is to:

·Manage the production and evaluation of Technical Studies Training (TST) simulator exercises in conjunction with the TST Instructional Staff and TST Pilot Control Unit Operators of the ATC/WD simulators.

·Managing the training of the Saudi National Technical Training Program (SNTTP) from Ab-Initio to Qualification stage for TST PCU Operators.

·Manage the conversion training of PCU Operators within the Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Weapons Director (WD) Simulator operations.

·Lead the preparation of timetables, scheduling of and TST Pilot Control Unit Operators

·using the TMIS and FlighPro Systems.

·Manage All the TST Simulator updates as provided by the manufacturer.

·Apply Company procedures for configuration control of Examination and Results.

·Management and development of the database of TST training results to assist in

·the continual assessment of RSAF Officer Cadets.

·Manage the in-house demonstration of TST simulators operations to include all

·Aircraft and Vehicle Models, Airspace Data, Weather and operational Exercises.

·Manage the training and induction of Saudi Nationals into the roles of the

·TST Pilot Control Unit Operators.

·Manage the, induction, development and audit of TST Pilot Unit Operator related

·issues regarding the operation of the TST simulators ensuring standards are

·maintained in accordance with ICAO, GACA and RSAF TST procedures.

·Use the TMIS / LMS system to maintain accurate, up to date, comprehensive,orderly

·and easily accessible training records.

·Directthepreparationoftimetables,schedulingandallocationofTSTPilotControlUnit Operators.

·Administer the acquisition, allocation, maintenance and use of training resources including textbooks, workbooks, classrooms, laboratories, training devices, and consumables.

·Direct and lead the TST simulator operators to provide an environment that encourages independent learning and a military ethos.

·Administerfeedbacktomanagementtoimproveserviceperformanceand responsiveness and identifyopportunities.

·ManageandConductElectronicPersonnelDevelopmentReviews(E-PDR)forthe Superintendent PCU OperatorsATC/WD.

·Complete an Electronic Personnel Development Reviews (E-PDR) annually.

·AdministercompliancewiththeBAESystemsSHEpolicyandprocessesandDutyof Careresponsibilities.

·Undertake all mandatory and developmental training as required by the Company.

·Adheretoacceptablestandardsofbehaviour,dressandperformanceasdefinedin Companypolicy.

·Any other duties as deemed reasonable and appropriate by the Company.

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

The Job Holder is required to have expert knowledge and experience of the following:

·ATC or WD Simulator Management and Operations at the KFAA within the

·Air Traffic Control / Weapons Director Training Departments.

·Extensive proven experience in Operational ATC/WD Simulation at the Technical Studies Squadron, with provenexperience as a Superintendent PCU Operator in either the Air Traffic Control (ATC) or Weapons Director (WD) simulations is essential.

·ATC Simulator Operations trainer experience within ATC Simulations at an

·Academic, Aviation Training Organization or Air Navigation Service Provider.

·Completion of an Instructional Techniques Course.

Technical Studies Simulator and Support Manager is to have the following

·qualifications and experience:

·Extensive proven Operational Simulator experience as a PCU Operator ATC superintendent within ATC training disciplines of 2D / 3D Visual Tower, Radar Approach Control and Non Radar approach Control Simulator operations within the last three years.

·Demonstrated ATC Simulator Operations trainer experience within ATC Simulations at an

·Academic, Aviation Training Organization or Air Navigation ServiceProvider.

·KnowledgeandexperienceofATCRegulations,ProceduresandFlightDeck Operations.

·Served at the KFAA as a Superintendent PCU Operator ATC proven experience

Or

·Extensive proven Operational Simulator experience as a PCU Operator WD

·Superintendent within WD Simulator training disciplines with substantial proven

experience

·Demonstrated WD Simulator Operations trainer experience within WD Simulations at

·an Academic, Aviation Training Organization Provider.

·Knowledge and experience of WD Regulations, Procedures and Flight Deck Operations.

·Served at the KFAA as a Superintendent PCU Operator WD with substantial proven experience

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. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 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.