Electronic Warfare Subject Matter Experts; SME – Middle East

We have a small number of exciting and lucrative opportunities for experienced Electronic Warfare (EW) Analysts and Programmers for a long term (2.5 – 5 year period) tax-free deployment to one of the most progressive countries in the Middle East.

On offer is a negotiable tax-free salary alongside an excellent Middle Eastern expatriate benefits package including free accommodation, healthcare and travel allowances. Some roles are required to start immediately.

• Mission Data Set generation
• Testing and Verification of Mission Data Sets
• Analytical reviews of Emitter data
• Assessment and exploitation of Theatre Weapon Systems and develop effective Countermeasures
• Designing, building and evaluating Sensor Fusion and Display data
• Verifying the veracity of intercepted data

Successful applicants will be embedded within the end users EW Centre and resident in country on a multi-year contract. Day to day you will act in the capacity of SME supporting the execution and development of the end user operational requirements and actively training local SME manpower through On-Job-Training to achieve the National aspirations of sovereign EWOS self-sufficiency.

• Flexible approach to the working environment, with a cultural awareness, and the ability to work well in a team
• Qualified by specialist EW training with 2–3+ years’ EWOS experience.
• Experience with DASS, ECM, ESM, AISS, or T&V.
• Strong PFA, MDS or emitter data analysis capability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across internal/external stakeholders at varying levels
• Self-motivated with a strong aptitude for problem-solving and decision making, able to work unsupervised using your own initiative
• Computer proficiency MS Office; MATLAB/Simulink/C++ desirable

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this includes meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC). For more information and guidance please visit https //

Leonardo Saudi Ltd (LDOS), a subsidiary of Leonardo UK Limited, and headquartered in Riyadh, is offering the Expat position. LDOS provides a generous, company-funded benefits package and is committed to learning and development. In addition to a generous, income tax-free salary, the following allowances are provided

• Medical and dental insurance
• Accommodation in a ‘gated’ community with extensive amenities
• Living allowance
• Car – dependent upon role
• Annual personal travel fund
• Generous, 25 days paid annual leave plus Saudi public holidays
• Working week of 48 hours, from Sunday to Thursday
• End of service award in accordance with Saudi Labour Law
• Free access to an extensive range of online courses via Workday
• During your time with LDOS the company will facilitate the issue of a residence permit (Iqama), required to work in Saudi Arabia, and appropriate travel visas.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

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Primary Location
: GB - Lincoln

Additional Locations
: GB - Basildon, GB - Bristol Building, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Newcastle, GB - RAF Coningsby, GB - RAF Waddington, GB - Southampton, GB - Yeovil - RNAS Yeovilton

Contract Type
:
Fixed term

Hybrid Working
:
Onsite

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security