Location: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Programme: RSAF Tornado
Contract Opportunity
Overview
A critical role. An iconic aircraft. A programme built on engineering excellence.
Morson Edge is recruiting Aircraft Ground Equipment Technicians to support a major Tornado aircraft maintenance programme in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced AGE, electrical, plant, or support equipment technicians to join a highly skilled engineering team supporting one of the world's largest operational Tornado fleets.
Behind every successful aircraft maintenance programme is reliable Ground Support Equipment. Working within the AGE facility, you will ensure specialist equipment remains maintained, serviceable, and available to support aircraft generation, maintenance activity, and operational requirements.
Previous Tornado experience is not required — we are interested in speaking with engineers from a range of technical backgrounds with strong electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic maintenance experience.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Support one of the world's largest remaining Tornado operations
Work within an established military aviation environment
Join a highly experienced multinational engineering team
Varied electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance work
Play a key role in keeping aircraft operations moving
Opportunity to apply plant, industrial, or aviation maintenance experience
Overseas assignment within a professional defence environment
Additional Benefits
Successful candidates will receive support throughout the assignment, including:
Accommodation support
Flights
Visa support
Weekly payment
Access to onsite facilities
Further information regarding deployment, accommodation, leave periods, and assignment logistics will be provided during the recruitment process.
The Role
Reporting to the AGE Supervisor, you will carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities on Aircraft Ground Equipment supporting Tornado operations.
You will be responsible for maintaining equipment availability through inspection, servicing, fault diagnosis, repair, and preventative maintenance activities.
The role offers a varied engineering environment, combining electrical systems, mechanical equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, and operational support.
Key Responsibilities
Aircraft Ground Equipment Maintenance
Carry out scheduled and unscheduled AGE maintenance activities
Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical faults
Maintain specialist equipment supporting aircraft operations
Ensure equipment remains safe, compliant, and operationally available
Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections
Maintain workshop tools and equipment
Ensure calibration requirements are followed
Operational Support
Support Tornado flying and maintenance operations
Assist squadron requirements where needed
Maintain equipment readiness for operational demands
Provide standby support when required
Quality & Safety
Follow approved engineering procedures and safety standards
Maintain accurate maintenance records
Use electronic maintenance systems correctly
Support FOD prevention and good housekeeping standards
Maintain compliance with quality requirements
Training & Development
Support and mentor engineering personnel where required
Provide technical guidance across equipment maintenance activities
Share engineering knowledge and best practice
Essential Requirements
ONC qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
Strong electrical maintenance knowledge
Experience fault finding on complex equipment
PLC maintenance experience
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
Strong understanding of engineering safety procedures
Desirable Experience
Aircraft Ground Equipment (AGE) experience
RAF, military, or defence engineering background
Plant maintenance experience
Hydraulic and pneumatic system experience
Aerospace maintenance environment experience
Experience working with maintenance procedures and documentation
The Setting
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
RSAF Tornado support programme
Specialist Aircraft Ground Equipment facility
Established military aviation environment
Experienced multinational workforce
Long-term operational aircraft support
Ready for Your Next Assignment?
If you have experience maintaining Aircraft Ground Equipment, electrical systems, plant equipment, or complex engineering assets and would like to support a major international aviation programme, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Morson Edge for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£280.00 - £280.00 per day