Propulsion Technician – Aircraft Engines (3‑month contract)

About the role

The Propulsion Technician will join a skilled engineering team supporting the RSAF Tornado maintenance programme in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Working full‑time on a 3‑month rolling contract, you will maintain, inspect, diagnose, repair, service and test aircraft propulsion systems to ensure high aircraft availability and operational readiness.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance activities on aircraft propulsion systems in line with approved technical documentation and airworthiness requirements.
• Perform inspections, fault diagnosis, repairs, servicing, engine changes and testing.
• Support aircraft availability through maintenance recovery and timely completion of tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory and organisational procedures.

Required profile

• Experienced propulsion technician or engineer with a background in fast‑jet, military, transport or rotary‑wing aircraft maintenance.
• Previous experience on Tornado aircraft is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work in a regulated, high‑security military aviation environment.
• Willingness to deploy for up to five months and work a 48‑hour week (Sunday‑Thursday).

Required skills

• Aircraft engine maintenance
• Propulsion system inspection
• Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting
• Engine testing and change procedures
• Knowledge of airworthiness standards and technical documentation

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate of £315 (Ltd Rate) with weekly payments.
• Shared accommodation and deployment flights, including visa sponsorship.
• Opportunity to work on one of the world’s largest operational Tornado fleets.
• Access to onsite facilities and potential overtime earnings.
• Long‑term prospects with ongoing programme requirements.