IDS Tactics and Weapons Instructor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 29, 2026. BAE Systems scores B on the Alion truth index.
Tactics and Weapons Instructor
Location: Dhahran, 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 purpose of this role is to provide Training to RSAF IDS Pilots, WSOs and Instructors.Liaising between local RSAF, Company Management and BAE Systems. You will be providing Supervision and Performance Management of aligned BAE Systems Employees. Carrying out all the duties of the Head of Flying in their absence.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
·Providing air and ground instruction to RSAF Tornado IDS crew at all levels
- Providing the RFWS and Tornado IDS specialist expertise necessary to develop, operate and maintain the IDS Weapons Instructor course syllabus.
- Supervising all BAE activity on the RFWS.
- Support RSAF Commanders on RSAF training, BAE Systems recruitment and flight safety related issues
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Recent IDS Experience.
Being a Graduate of a National Fighter Weapons Instructor course.
Substantial Proven experience as a Weapons Instructor.
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.