Field Service Representative – Bahrain (Sahkir Air Base)

About the role

Bell is seeking a Field Service Representative to support the AH‑1Z Foreign Military Sale to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Based in or around Manama, the role involves training Royal Bahraini Air Force and Bahrain Defense Force personnel and providing technical expertise for the operation and maintenance of the aircraft.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver technical guidance and resolve complex aircraft issues.
• Support installation, operation, and maintenance of avionics, airframe, electrical, and drivetrain systems on AH‑1Z platforms.
• Instruct and train RBAF/BDF personnel to achieve proficiency with the aircraft.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. Government, host‑nation, and company security protocols.
• Maintain documentation and provide feedback to engineering teams.

Required profile

• High School Diploma (required); Bachelor’s degree or trade certification preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of maintenance experience on Bell H‑1 aircraft (AH‑1Z, UH‑1Y, AH‑1W).
• Ability to obtain and retain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Willingness to live and work in an overseas environment.

Required skills

• Bell H‑1 aircraft maintenance.
• Avionics systems troubleshooting.
• Airframe, electrical and drivetrain maintenance.
• Technical training and instruction.

What we offer

• Living quarters provided in accordance with U.S. Government guidance.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge military aviation programs.
• Exposure to international defense customers and joint‑service environments.