SAP MRO Consultant (Defense & Aerospace) - Saudi Arabia

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly specialized and security-cleared SAP MRO Consultant to lead and manage the implementation, configuration, and optimization of SAP Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) solutions for our defense operations. This role is critical to ensuring the highest levels of readiness, compliance, and asset reliability for mission-critical defense systems, equipment, and facilities. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in SAP's MRO functionalities and a proven track record of working within the unique and highly regulated defense and aerospace sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Implementation & Compliance:
• Lead the full lifecycle implementation of SAP MRO processes, from strategic blueprinting to go-live, ensuring strict alignment with military standards, operational readiness requirements, and defense-specific regulations (e.g., MIL-SPEC, ITAR, specific government compliance frameworks).
• Translate complex defense operational requirements—such as unit-level maintenance, depot repair, and flyaway kit management—into robust and compliant SAP solutions.
• Conduct detailed business process analysis and gap analysis, specifically focusing on the unique challenges of defense MRO, including strict asset tracking, security protocols, and sensitive data management.
• Module & Process Expertise:
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for SAP Plant Maintenance (PM), Materials Management (MM), Production Planning (PP), and Logistics Execution (LE), with a direct focus on their application in a defense context.
• Design and configure SAP solutions for critical MRO processes, including:
  
  

 Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Ensuring high operational uptime of weapon systems, vehicles, and support equipment.

 Configuration Control: Managing complex, serialized assets and their hierarchies.

 Spare Parts & Rotables Management: Optimizing the supply chain for mission-critical parts and managing restricted interchangeability.

 Work Order & Depot Maintenance: Streamlining repair and overhaul activities for major assemblies and components.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Security:
• Collaborate with key military and civilian stakeholders, including maintenance commanders, logisticians, engineers, and security officers, to ensure the SAP solution meets all tactical and strategic objectives.
• Develop functional specifications for enhancements and customizations, paying close attention to security-by-design principles to protect sensitive data.
• Work closely with SAP technical teams (ABAP, BASIS, Security) to enforce stringent security protocols and data segregation policies within the SAP landscape.
• Training & Support:
• Develop and deliver specialized training programs and documentation tailored to defense personnel and their specific roles (e.g., maintainers, supply sergeants, planners).
• Provide expert-level support for MRO-related incidents, with a focus on rapid issue resolution to minimize impact on operational readiness.
• System Integrity & Optimization:
• Monitor and report on SAP system performance and data integrity, ensuring compliance with government audit requirements.
• Lead process optimization initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of defense maintenance operations.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Systems, Engineering, Logistics).
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience as an SAP consultant, with at least 3 years focused on SAP MRO/PM modules within the defense or aerospace industry.
• Proven experience leading at least one full lifecycle SAP implementation in a highly regulated, defense-related environment.
• Deep functional knowledge of SAP PM/EAM, with a strong understanding of its integration with MM, PP, and other core logistics modules.
• Demonstrated knowledge of defense MRO processes, including combat readiness reporting, asset configuration management, and depot maintenance.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• SAP Certification in PM/MRO or a related module.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and its specific functionalities for Enterprise Asset Management (EAM).
• Familiarity with defense-specific SAP solutions or add-ons.
• Knowledge of NATO/government inventory and cataloging systems.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate complex government hierarchies and processes.