Job Description
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The Modification Mechanic – General - F‑15SA Modifications will execute general modification tasks at King Abdulaziz Air Base, Saudi Arabia, applying required technical competence to deliver safe, compliant, and timely modification outcomes.
The role reports to the Operations Manager – F-15SA Modifications.
This is an expatriate position based 100% on-site at King Abdulaziz Air Base, Dharan, Saudi Arabia.
(The selected candidate will be onboarded in alignment with program start and execution timelines; flexibility in start date and working hours may be required to meet operational demands).
Position Responsibilities:
- Modification Execution & Production Support: Perform modification tasks on F-15SA in support of the statement of work, using aircraft technical orders, engineering instructions, blueprints, and other authorised publications.
- General Modifications: Install, troubleshoot, repair, and modify aircraft components, validating work carried out and functionality.
- Technical Interpretation & Problem Solving: Interpret technical documentation (drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, technical orders etc.).
- Work Sequencing & Coordination: Coordinate with the maintenance controllers, coordinators, and management to sequence and prioritise work; ensure tooling, materials, and test equipment are available for scheduled and emergent tasks.
- Airworthiness & Test Verification: Assist in the operational tests, ground checks, and component inspections to verify airworthiness and conformity to modification and safety standards.
- Safety, Quality & Compliance: Adhere to Boeing standards, applicable regulatory requirements, QA, and Safety Management System (SMS) processes; participate in audits and contribute to corrective actions where required.
- Documentation & Records: Complete accurate technical records, modification logs, test reports, and discrepancy documentation in line with program, customer, and regulatory requirements.
- Continuous Improvement & Training: Contribute to LEAN/BPS/CI initiatives to improve throughput and quality and participate in / support training initiatives
- Flexibility & Shift Work: Support a flexible environment with overtime as required to meet program timelines and execution demands.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- 3+ years’ aircraft modification or maintenance experience with demonstrated aircraft systems competence
- Proven ability to read and interpret technical orders, engineering drawings, and maintenance publications etc.
- Hands-on experience using general and standard aircraft tooling.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to work in a multi-discipline environment supporting modification programs.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Formal qualification in an aircraft engineering/technical discipline equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years’ aircraft maintenance experience on fighter aircraft platforms (F-15 highly desirable) or other military fixed-wing platforms.
- Prior experience supporting aircraft modification programs, MRO, or production environments.
- Familiarity with maintenance recording systems and tool control systems.
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Employer is not willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status
This requisition is for an international, locally hired position in Dharan, Saudi Arabia. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll and will commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with applicable Saudi Arabia law. Employment is subject to the candidate's ability to satisfy all Saudi Arabia labor and immigration formalities.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 19, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (Saudi Arabia)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
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