Leadership Instructor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. BAE Systems scores A on the Alion truth index.
Description - External
Leadership Instructor
Grade: 6
Location: Al Majma’ah 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 aircraft and train RSAF 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.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
As a Leadership Instructor, the Post Holder will be expected to deliver, maintain and develop Command, Management and Leadership (CML) training at King Faisal Air Academy (KFAA) Al Majma’ah, KSA. This includes full participation in the delivery of a bespoke CML course to Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) Officer Cadets utilising classroom-based lectures/tutorials and indoor/outdoor Experiential Learning techniques. Additionally, the Post Holder will facilitate individual CML development through coaching, mentoring and evaluation
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Essential: The post holder must have:
a) DSAT Defence Trainer Qualification (DIT/DWT/DTTT Phase 1/2) and/or an Adult Education Certificate/Diploma (Level 3 Minimum).
b) A proven portfolio of Defence Trainer/facilitator experience.
c) A comprehensive understanding of the Defence Systems approach to Training or evidence of training delivery with a comparable Systems approach to Training mechanism.
d) Successfully completed: - the Royal Air Force College (RAFC) Cranwell Officer and Aircrew Training Unit Staff Induction Course (OSIC) (post 2004), or - the Saudi Officers School (SOS) Khamis Mushyet, “Alsahan” graduates and instructors course, or - a comparable Military Officer-level CML training programme/institution induction course.
e) A Leadership & Management Qualification: MSc/MA, BSc/BA, Level 5/6/7 Leadership & Management Diploma (ILM/CMI).
f) Documented evidence of two years’ experience (minimum) delivering/facilitating Command, Management and Leadership within a military environment.
g) The ability to maximise student leadership potential through a range of coaching and mentoring techniques.
h) Validated experience facilitating practical Command-Leadership tasks, with an emphasis on the Safe System of Training.
i) A history of Leadership within a military context.
Desirable: The post holder should have:
a) Coaching and Mentoring Diploma (CMI/ILM level 5).
b) IOSH Managing Safely.
c) Strength Deployment Inventory 2.0 Facilitators Certificate.
d) ERCA High/Low Ropes Instructor Qualification.
e) MTa/MTC Facilitators Certificate. f) City & Guilds A1 Assessor.
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 and employ a skilled workforce of some 82,500 people in over 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.