Group Leader - Flight Simulator Technical Operations (FSTD)
Core
Lead maintenance team for flight simulation training equipment (FSTD) to ensure readiness, reliability, and regulatory compliance for Riyadh Air's new training centre.
Role type
Senior IC Group Leader - Flight Simulator Technical Operations
Builds
Maintenance of advanced flight simulation training equipment for commercial and business aviation
Domain
Aviation / Flight Simulation Training
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
FSTD technical operations leadership, preventive and corrective maintenance management, SLA compliance, team recruitment and performance management, project execution for installations and updates, regulatory certification coordination, aircraft systems knowledge (motion, visual, avionics, hydraulics, flight dynamics), multi-asset aircraft knowledge (Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer, Business Jets, Helicopters), EASA/FAA regulations expertise
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
FSTD hardware and software, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Manage engineering team functions and daily operational effectiveness; ensure training devices meet certification standards; serve as primary technical contact for customer queries; monitor and achieve KPIs for operational and financial performance; generate operation rosters and recruit staff; coordinate new installations, updates, and device qualification; plan and oversee annual recurrent evaluations with regulatory authorities; submit evaluation update reports to authorities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities