Job Post Start Date: 07/10/2026
Job Post End Date: 14/10/2026
About the Company
Established in 1988 as part of Saudi Arabia's strategy to develop self-sufficiency in civil and military aircraft maintenance, overhaul, and modifications through technology transfer and the development of Saudi nationals.
Vision
To lead the future of aviation, space, and defense – setting global standards while powering the ambition of Vision 2030.
Mission
To deliver high-quality aviation products and services that ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and long-term profitability.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Work under the assigned management structure and report to the Site Superintendent.
- Install, remove, inspect, maintain, repair, and adjust Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE), including flight helmets, flotation devices, survival kits, helmet-mounted devices, aircrew night vision equipment, harnesses, emergency landing and ditching equipment, ocular systems, and other related life support equipment.
- Ensure the availability of adequate workspace, supplies, tools, test equipment, and resources required for the effective operation of ALSE activities.
- Use appropriate test equipment to conduct functional, reliability, and serviceability testing of ALSE.
- Maintain accurate inspection, maintenance, accountability, and issuance records for ALSE assigned to aircrew or installed/prepositioned on aircraft.
- Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on life rafts, life preservers, emergency equipment, and other aviation life support systems.
- Perform fitting, adjustment, inspection, and maintenance of specialized ALSE in accordance with applicable technical standards and procedures.
- Develop, implement, and supervise procedures for inspecting and maintaining ALSE, including personnel parachutes, torso harness assemblies, survival kits, survival vests, flight helmets, oxygen masks, and related equipment.
- Coordinate ALSE activities with maintenance, supply, operations, and other relevant departments to ensure effective utilization of personnel, equipment, and resources.
- Supervise ALSE personnel, assign work activities, and monitor tasks such as inspection, servicing, maintenance, and preparation of life support equipment.
- Provide pre-flight briefings and guidance regarding required life support equipment based on mission requirements.
- Ensure compliance with applicable ALSE policies, regulations, technical publications, safety requirements, and operational directives.
- Establish work priorities and maintain accurate records regarding the status, serviceability, inspection, and maintenance of life support equipment.
- Evaluate the performance of assigned personnel and recommend improvements to ALSE maintenance practices, procedures, and training.
- Conduct structured On-the-Job Training (OJT) as an ALSE Trainer, providing practical instruction on equipment operation, inspection, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting, and safety procedures.
- Monitor trainee performance and progress to support qualification and competency development. The recommended maximum trainer-to-trainee ratio is 1:3.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- Minimum Diploma in ALSE Maintenance, Mechanical, Electronics, Electromechanical, or a recognized aviation technical training program specializing in Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE), with a minimum duration of two (2) years, or an equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of five (5) years of proven experience as an ALSE Technician within military or civilian aviation environments.
- Previous experience in providing technical training, mentoring, or On-the-Job Training (OJT) in the ALSE specialty is preferred.
- A documented ALSE OJT logbook or training record is preferred.
- Must hold a recognized ALSE technical course certificate and a Train-the-Trainer or equivalent instructor qualification.
- For non-native English speakers, a minimum English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.0 is preferred. English language competency may also be assessed during the interview process.
- Good working knowledge of office automation tools and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
