Metrology Technician (Calibration) Electrical BAE Systems Detica

Metrology Technician (Electrical)

Grade 7

Salary: Competitive

Location: Dhahran

JOB PURPOSE

BAE Systems is the UK Government s nominated Prime Contractor (PC) 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 personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons. For such maintenance and training, this role is responsible for applying measurement science, mathematics, physics, and engineering theory and principles to design, develop processes and methods for calibrating electrical, dimensional, optical, physical, mechanical, environmental and/or chemical Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE). Analyse and solve calibration problems using advanced mathematical and engineering knowledge. Use statistics and uncertainty of measurement to analyse measurement standards and processes. May develop software to assist in calibration laboratory and/or departmental processes. Recommend calibration standards and TMDE. Maintain calibration laboratory and/or quality systems. Perform laboratory and/or departmental administration and management.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

As a Technician / Trainer Type II, you will be responsible for the implementation of the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) and Saudi National Technical Training Program (SNTTP), to train RSAF/SNTTP Trainee Technicians from Skill Level 3 Qualified to Skill Level 7 Qualified, in accordance with RSAF Training Policies, Procedures, Plans, Directives and Documents, ensuring maximum use of available resources and using Best Practice Principles in order to ensure excellence in Training delivery and outcomes.

To mentor newly qualified RSAF and Saudi National (SN) Technicians within the Secondary Calibration Squadron (SCS), Dhahran, functioning as the first level knowledge expert within MetCal designated Mechanical or Electrical measurement areas. To act as a Subject Matter Expert in areas of allocated responsibilities and provide sound advice and guidance to RSAF/SN Metrology Technicians on an On-Going and As Required basis.

To safely and competently perform Calibration, Adjustments, Alignments, Repairs and Maintenance to the RSAF Inventory of Test, Measuring and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) associated with Aircraft platforms, Weapons, Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) and Standard Support Equipment (SSE) in accordance with the RSAF Metrology Quality Manual (RSAFM 4-7702).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Must be able to manage resources available to ensure the timely and efficient accomplishment of assigned and routine tasks, in accordance with RSAFI 4-7702, MetCal Wing Quality Manual, and other appropriate RSAF directives as directed by the Squadron Commander, Superintendent and immediate Supervisor.

Ensure that Laboratory Standards are maintained in good working order.

Maintain current knowledge in MetCal related methodology and techniques and act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in assigned areas of responsibility.

Technically assist immediate Supervisor/s with the implementation of the RSAF Training Program as detailed in the RSAF 105- Series of Manuals and in accordance RSAF Metrology Quality Manual (RSAFM 4-7168).

Ensure that allocated areas of responsibility are kept clean and tidy and that all tools and safety equipment are maintained in good working order.

Deputise for, and understudy, Supervisor, as and when required.

Carry out any other legitimate, legal task, as directed and/or assigned by the Squadron Commander, Deputy Squadron Commander, Superintendent and immediate Supervisors.

Provide, to RSAF and SN technicians at all competence levels, during normal and daily laboratory operations the following:

1. Technical Advice and Guidance.

2. Knowledge Transfer.

3. Safety Advice / Guidance and Supervision.

4. Mentoring.

To ensure knowledge transfer to enhance RSAF and SNTTP technician production performance and On Job Training (OJT) knowledge requirements required within the SCS.

You will be educated to at least Ordinary National Certificate level or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Mechanical Engineering or other appropriate qualifications agreed with the MetCal Wing Commander.

You will have successfully completed formal training, over a minimum period of 4 years, directed towards the calibration, repair and alignment of either Electrical or Mechanical, Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) a knowledge of both Electrical and Mechanical calibration would be advantageous.

Gained at least five years practical experience involved in the calibration and repair of Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) and RSAF specific TMDE used in the support of military aircraft systems. Must be fully conversant with the requirements of RSAFI 4-7702, MetCal Wing Quality Manual and be familiar with the contents of RSAF Manual 105-8 (Training), RSAF Manual 67-1 (Supply), RSAF Manual 78-series (Safety) and a good understanding of ISO 17025.

Incumbent requires experienced managerial and engineering judgment, creativity, initiative and leadership skills including a practical knowledge of Metrology.