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Propulsion Technician (Aircraft Engines)

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

RSAF Tornado Programme

Contract Opportunity

3-month rolling contract

£315 per Day Ltd

Rate includes shared accommodation

Includes flights to/from the UK (job/visa related travel)

Start Date: ASAP (deployment may take up to 5 months)

Hours: Full-time (Sunday-Thursday, 48 hours per week)

Work on One of the World's Largest Operational Tornado Fleets

Morson Edge is currently recruiting experienced Propulsion Technicians to support a major RSAF Tornado maintenance programme in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

This is an excellent opportunity for aircraft propulsion specialists to join a highly experienced maintenance organisation supporting operational military aircraft within a professional and highly regulated aviation environment.

Working as part of a skilled engineering team, you will be responsible for the maintenance, inspection, fault diagnosis, repair, servicing, and testing of aircraft propulsion systems, helping to maintain aircraft availability and operational readiness across a major military aviation programme.

Whether your background is fast jet, military aviation, transport aircraft, rotary wing, or complex aircraft maintenance, this role offers the opportunity to apply your specialist engine maintenance expertise within a large-scale operational aviation environment.

Previous Tornado experience is highly desirable but not essential. Engineers with relevant aircraft propulsion, engine maintenance, or powerplant experience are encouraged to apply.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Work on operational military aircraft

Support one of the world's largest remaining Tornado operators

Apply specialist aircraft engine and propulsion expertise

Opportunity to work overseas within a professional aviation environment

Join an experienced team supporting a major military aviation programme

Long-term opportunity with ongoing programme requirements

Additional Benefits

Alongside the opportunity to support a major military aviation programme, successful candidates will benefit from provided accommodation, deployment flights, visa sponsorship support, weekly payments, and access to onsite facilities.

There is also the opportunity to increase earnings through overtime where available.

Further details regarding deployment schedules, accommodation arrangements, travel, leave rotations, and assignment logistics will be provided during the recruitment process.

The Role

Reporting to the Propulsion Supervisor, you will carry out maintenance activities on aircraft propulsion systems, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with approved technical documentation, airworthiness requirements, and organisational procedures.

You will support aircraft availability through inspection, fault diagnosis, repair, servicing, engine changes, testing, and maintenance recovery activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.

The role requires a sound understanding of aircraft engine maintenance practices and the ability to operate effectively within a structured military aviation environment supporting operational aircraft readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Aircraft Propulsion Maintenance

Carry out maintenance, servicing, and repair activities on aircraft propulsion systems

Perform engine removal, installation, and functional testing

Conduct fault diagnosis and rectification in accordance with approved technical documentation

Carry out inspection of engines, components, and associated systems

Support and conduct ground runs and post-maintenance checks where authorised

Ensure compliance with airworthiness and regulatory requirements

Support aircraft serviceability and operational readiness

Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities

Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and certification records

Training & Development

Maintain valid and current authorisations relevant to assigned tasks

Support training activities and provide technical guidance where required

Assist with the development of trainee technicians

Proactively Identify Training Requirements For Self And Others

Quality & Safety

Maintain compliance with technical publications and approved maintenance procedures

Support FOD prevention and housekeeping standards

Adhere to all Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) and Product Safety requirements

Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately and on time

Promote safe working practices within the maintenance environment

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Completion of a recognised Aircraft Engineering Apprenticeship (Mechanical, Aeronautical, or equivalent)

Demonstrable experience in aircraft propulsion or engine maintenance

Strong understanding of aircraft engine systems and maintenance practices

Experience in fault finding, diagnostics, and corrective maintenance

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and maintenance publications

Experience working within military or commercial aviation maintenance environments

Current driving licence

Desirable Experience

Tornado aircraft experience

Fast Jet propulsion maintenance experience

Military aviation experience

Engine ground running authorisations

Experience supporting aircraft servicing, inspections, modifications, and maintenance activities

Experience working within regulated maintenance organisations

Essential Skills

Strong aircraft engine and propulsion systems knowledge

Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting capability

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical publications

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively within a multinational workforce

High standards of workmanship and attention to detail

Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality

Why This Programme?

Supporting operational military aircraft overseas is becoming increasingly rare.

Whether you're an experienced Tornado propulsion specialist or an aircraft maintenance professional looking to apply your engine maintenance expertise within a major military aviation programme, this opportunity offers exposure to a highly experienced engineering organisation supporting a critical operational fleet.

For many engineers, opportunities to work on the Tornado platform are becoming increasingly limited. This programme offers the chance to support one of the world's largest remaining operational Tornado fleets while working alongside experienced military aviation professionals.

Ready for Your Next Assignment?

If you have aircraft propulsion, engine maintenance, or aircraft mechanical maintenance experience and are interested in supporting a major international military aviation programme, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Morson Edge for a confidential discussion.