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 Manama with duties at Sahkir Air Base, you will work directly with Royal Bahraini Air Force and Bahrain Defense Force personnel to ensure safe operation and maintenance of advanced military helicopters.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and resolve complex technical problems on AH‑1Z aircraft.
• Support operation and maintenance of avionics, airframe, electrical, and drive‑train systems.
• Instruct and train RBAF/BDF personnel in installation, operation, and maintenance procedures.
• Collaborate with Contractor Engineering Technical Services to meet US Government contract requirements.

Required profile

• Minimum 6 years of hands‑on maintenance experience with Bell H‑1 platforms (AH‑1Z, UH‑1Y, AH‑1W).
• Strong background in both avionics and mechanical systems of H‑1 aircraft.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree or trade certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Willingness to work overseas in an OCONUS environment.

Required skills

• Bell H‑1 aircraft maintenance
• AH‑1Z avionics troubleshooting
• UH‑1Y mechanical systems expertise
• Airframe and structural repair
• Electrical and drive‑train system maintenance
• Technical troubleshooting and problem solving

What we offer

• Living quarters provided in accordance with U.S. Government and host‑nation guidelines.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge Army aviation programs such as FLRAA and 525 Relentless.
• Exposure to advanced tilt‑rotor and high‑speed VTOL technologies.