Experience Requirements

PAKISTAN AERONAUTICAL COMPLEX, KAMRA
SITUATIONS VACANT
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ON TECHNICAL / NON-TECHNICAL POSTS, FROM BPS-04 TO BPS-12, RESERVED AGAINST BALOCHISTAN QUOTA

Candidates will have to apply online, only, on PAC website:
https://careers.pac.org.pk/Jobs/Details/14

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1Charge Hand Electric Fitter
12Regular
(a) Matric (b) 03 years Diploma of Associate Engineering in Electrical from a recognized technical training institute OR polytechnic institute. (c) 02 years practical experience in relevant field from Govt. / Semi Govt. Organization / Firm of repute. (d) Test and interview OR Ex-servicemen.
MRF
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online2Charge Hand Radar Fitter12Regular
(a) Matric (b) 03 years DAE in Electronics from recognized technical training institute OR polytechnic institute (c) 02 years practical experience in relevant field from Govt. / Semi Govt. Organization / Firm of repute. (d) Test and interview OR Ex-servicemen of relevant trade.
APF
Balochistan=3

25+5Apply Online3Draughtsman (Grade-III)12Regular
(a) Matric (b) 03 years DAE Mechanical Drawing and Designing (c) 02 year experience in relevant field from Govt / Semi Govt Organization OR Firm of repute (d) Test and Interview.
AMF (JF-17)
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online4Charge Hand Radio Fitter12Regular
(a) Matric (b) 03 years Diploma of Associate Engineering in Electronics / Telecommunication from a recognized Technical Training Institute or Polytechnic Institute. (c) 02 years practical experience in relevant field from Govt. / Semi Govt Organization OR Firm of repute OR Ex Serviceman of Radio / Avionics Trade (d) Test and interview.
APF
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online5UDC11Regular
(a) Intermediate with 35 wpm typing speed (b) 06 years practical experience in handling of office work from Govt. / Semi Govt Organization OR firm of repute (c) 06 weeks basic IT training course (including MS Office) conducted by any technical board (the said course is mandatory after selection before completion of probationary period ) (d) Test and interview OR Ex-servicemen of clerical trade.
(Note: The selected candidate shall qualify 06 week basic IT training course (including MS Office) during the period of probation.)
MRF
Balochistan=1

33+5Apply Online6HSM Radar Fitter10Regular
(a) F.Sc (b) 01 year TTC in Electronics with 02 years post qualification experience in relevant field
OR
(a) Matric "Science" (b) DAE / Higher qualification in Electronics Technology from recognized Technical Training Institute / Polytechnic Institute / University.
OR
(a) Matric "Science" (b) 01 year TTC in Electronic Technology from recongnized Technical Training Institute with 02 years experience in relevant field.
OR
Experienced Ex-serviceman of Radar / Avionics trade.
APF
Balochistan=1

APF (JF-17)
Balochistan=6

25+5Apply Online7HSM Machinist10Regular
(a) F.Sc (b) 01 year TTC in Machinist / Mechanical fields
OR
(a) Matric "Science" (b) DAE / Higher qualification in Mechanical Technology from recognized Technical Training Institute / Polytechnic Institute / University.
OR
(a) Matric "Science" (b) 01 year TTC in Mechanical Technology from recongnized Technical Training Institute with 02 years experience in relevant field.
OR
Experienced Ex-serviceman of Machinist / Gen Fitter trade.
APF
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online8HSM Welder10Regular
(a) F.Sc (b) 01 year TTC in Welding / Metallurgy from Govt. recognized institute. (c) 02 years service experience in relevant field from Govt. / Semi Govt. Organization OR firm of repute (d) Test and interview OR Ex-servicemen of relevant trade.
AMF (JF-17)
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online9Junior Security Supervisor9Regular
(a) Matric "Science" OR Matric with 01 year TTC / apprenticeship in Electronics / Electric / Mechanical / Mechatronics OR higher in relevant field (b) 01 year pratical working experience from Govt. / Semi Govt. Organization OR firm of repute (c) Test and interview OR Ex-Servicemen of PAF preferably with LTV license.
MRF
Balochistan=1

AMF
Balochistan=1

28+5Apply Online10MC-I Airframe Fitter8Regular
(a) Matric with Science OR Matric with TTC/Apprenticeship in Mechanical (Min 01 year) preferably (b) 02 years experience in relevant field from Govt / Semi Govt Organization OR Firm of repute (c) Test and Interview. OR Ex-servicemen of Airframe trade.
AMF (JF-17)
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online11MC-I Air Condition Mechanic7Regular
(a) Matrict with Science (b) 01 year TTC Refrigeration & Air Condition / HVAC & Refrigeration from recognized institute. (c) 01 year practical experience from Govt. / Semi Govt Organization OR firm of repute (d) Test and interview.
MRF
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online12MC-I / HS-I Engine Fitter7Regular
(a) Matric (Science) (b) 01 year TTC Mechanical from recognized institute. (c) 01 year practical experience in relevant field from Govt / Semi Govt Organization OR Firm of repute (d) Test and Interview.
MRF
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online13MC-II Metal Worker6Regular
(a) Matric (b) 01 year pratical experience OR (a) Matric (b) TTC in Mechanical / Metallurgy / Sheet Metal / Metal Worker / Gen Fitt from recognized institute (c) Test and interview.
AMF (JF-17)
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online14MC-II Painter6Regular
(a) Matric (b) 01 year pratical experience OR (a) Matric (b) TTC in Chemical / Painting from recognized institute (c) Test and interview.
APF
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply Online15MTD Driver4Regular
(a) Matric (b) Valid HTV driving license holder and well versed in traffic rules (b) 04 years practical driving experience from Govt. / Semi Govt. Organization OR firm of repute (c) Test and interview OR Ex-servicemen of MTD trade
AMF
Balochistan=1

25+5Apply OnlineTerms and Conditions
1. The candidates should apply online within 15 days after publication of advertisement in newspapers.
2. The maximum age limit may be relaxed in the following cases:-
• 05 years age relaxation announced by the Government of Pakistan.
• 03 years in the case of candidates belonging to scheduled castes, Buddhist community, recognized tribes of the tribal areas, Azad Kashmir and Northern Areas in accordance with the instructions issued by Establishment Division, Government of Pakistan.
• 03 years in the case of candidates belonging to Sindh (R) and Balochistan for the posts in the BPS-15 & below under the federal Government rules.
• In case of Government servants of who have been in continues service at least 02 years or more on the closing date of receipt of applications, maximum age limit may be relaxed by 10 years.
• In the case of released or retired officers/personnel of the Armed Forces of Pakistan, maximum age limit may be relaxed by 15 years.
• By 10 years in the case of disabled persons for appointment to posts in BPS-15 & below.
• 05 years age relaxation in case of widows, son/daughter of deceased civil servant who died during service.
3. Incomplete applications will not be entertained / considered.
4. Experience means post qualification experience gained in a regular full time paid job after attaining the prescribed qualification.
5. JCOs / Airmen who retired before completion of 25 years service after 01 January, 2007 will not be eligible for employment.
6. Only short listed candidates will be call for test / interview.
7. The competent authority has the discretion not to fill all or any of above mentioned posts or reject any application without assigning any reason and nobody will have right to challenge the same.
8. No TA/DA will be admissible for test / interview.
ARF


AIRCRAFT REBUILD FACTORY
Introduction


Aircraft Rebuild Factory (ARF) is one of the four factories of Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra. ARF is an "ISO 9001 : 2015", "AS 9100 Rev D" and "Boeing Quality Management System" certified overhauling and manufacturing complex; providing overhauling services, fabrication of aviation assemblies, after sales services and engineering support to Pakistan Air Force and other valued customers around the globe. ARF has the distinction of being the pioneer factory amongst all the PAC factories. Owing to this fact, ARF embodies all necessary specialist facilities required for overhauling and manufacturing. Our splendid culture allows us to offer bench mark speed and optimum cost to our valued customer.


Vision


• To acquire capability to develop MRO package for aerospace vehicles and components with design, development and manufacturing capability for spares and gradually transitioning towards components to achieve self sufficient in supportability.
• Developing a cluster of core competencies to transform into an aviation standard certified aviation MRO facility.
• Besides fully supporting PAF, tap in-country and foreign MRO markets and contribute towards capacity building of national industry.
History :
The foundation of PAC was laid in 1972 with the idea to establish an indigenous facility for overhauling F-6 aircraft of the PAF. Starting on a small scale as Project 721, the efforts gradually shaped into a full-fledged Aircraft Rebuild Factory of today. Ever since, ARF has provided MRO (Maintenance Repair and Overhaul) facility for various types of Chinese aircraft. In the last four decades, the factory overhauled over 1000 aircraft, alongside undertaking several manufacturing and repair tasks. It goes to the credit of ARF that almost 70% of the PAF fleet, comprising Chinese-built aircraft, has always been kept in the highest state of preparedness.
ARF Capabilities


The manufacturing resources of ARF are very comprehensive. Availability of highly skilled manpower with ongoing training program abreast with the technological advancements is also the hallmark of ARF. The core capabilities of factory consist of:-
• Canopies & Wind Shields Manufacturing
• Harness Manufacturing
• Propeller & QEC Overhaul
• NDT and Metrology setup
• Precision Machining Complex
• Weapon Rebuild Facility
• Heat & Surface Treatment
• Sheet Metal Setup
• Rubber & Polymer Parts Manufacturing
• Spring Manufacturing
• Forging and Casting
• Aviation Standard Painting
Canopies & Wind Shields Manufacturing


Canopy and Windshield Center of Excellence (CoE) is an advanced facility established at ARF providing support primarily to Pakistan Air Force as well as venturing into commercial projects with different inland companies and friendly countries. The core capabilities of this facility include:-


• Manufacturing, Repairing and overhauling of canopies, windshields and window panels of different fighter, trainer, helicopters and transport fleet aircraft.
• Precise cutting and transferring of holes in acrylic transparencies through 5 Axis CNC milling machine.
• Reverse Engineering of product through 3D scanning, CAD modeling on CATIA software and manufacturing of moulds / dies on CNC machining.
• Computerized Optical Quality inspection of formed transparencies.
Harness Manufacturing and Rewiring Centre


Harness manufacturing set-up is capable of manufacturing electrical harnesses using the latest materials and techniques. This facility was certified by SAGEM of France.
• Manufacturing of harnesses as per OEM Standards for Chinese, French and American range aircraft
• Complete Wiring Conductivity / Insulation Resistance Tests
• Repair / Overhaul of Harnesses
• Re-Wiring solutions for helicopters & small aircraft
Propeller & QEC Overhaul


• Five yearly inspection of Dowty Propeller of SAAB 2000
• Overhaul of C-130 Propeller and QECs
o Complete Disassembly and Rework
o Assembly and Operational Checks
o IOC Repair and Overhaul
Metrological Centre


• Calibration Facilities
o Calibrations of PMEs related to Flow, Pressure, Length & Geometric, Electromagnetism, Electric / Electronic, Time, Temperature, Mass, Volume and Force
• Non Destructive Testing Facilities
o Radiographic Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Penetrate Testing, Eddy Current Testing, Magnetic Rubber and Ultrasonic Testing
• Destructive Testing Facilities
o Physical Testing (Tensile & Hardness), Quantitative Chemical Analysis & Metallographic Testing of Metallic Materials
Precision Machining Complex


• CAD / CAM System
• 3 to 5 axis CNC Machines
• CNC Turning & Milling Machines
• EDM Wire Cut and Die Sinking Machines
• Coordinate Measuring Machine


Weapon Rebuild Complex


• Overhaul & Rebuild of French, Chinese and other Alternate Mission Equipment (AMEs)
• Overhaul & Qualification of all available Ejector Release Units (ERUs) of Mirage, F-7P, F-7PG, F-16 and JF-17 aircraft
• Provision of Depot level maintenance / overhaul support of Armament GSE / GHE


Heat & Surface Treatment Facility


• Heat Treatment
o Hardening, Tempering, Quenching, Normalizing & Carbonizing
• Surface Treatment
o Zinc, Chromium, Cadmium, Nickle, Tin, Copper, Silver and Shine Nickle Plating
o Hard, Sulphuric Acid, Chromic Acid, Red, Green, Blue & Black Color Anodizing
o Bluing & Acid Pickling
o Oxidation of Aluminum / Magnesium


Sheet Metal Setup


The factory has an elaborate sheet metal facility in which more than 2300 parts of different variants of Chinese aircraft and drop tanks are formed. The basic processes include pressing, bending, turning, crafting and shrinking.


Rubber and Polymer Parts


Rubber parts are also manufactured for all the Chinese weapon systems. It is worth mentioning that rubber manufacturing shop (RMS) of ARF is capable of producing about 1100 different types of rubber seals.


Spring Manufacturing


In the field of spring manufacturing, the factory has acquired the skill to fulfill the requirement of springs being used during overhauling of an aircraft. These include torsion, tension and compression springs.


Forging and Casting


ARF has a well equipped forging facility which is sufficient to meet the requirements of all GOH related forging processes. Casting of ferrous and non ferrous parts up to 120 kg in weight can also be carried out.


Aviation Standard Painting / De-painting


Painting and de-painting facility is being utilized for on all the aircraft being overhauled at ARF. This includes internal and external aviation standard painting of various areas of the aircraft.
ACHIEVENENTS :
• More than 1000 aircraft produced since inception of ARF.
• More than 2 Mil components have been produced till date.
• More than 100 C-130 Propellers and 40 QECs have been handed over to PAF.
• More than 2000 canopies and 3000 windshields have been manufactured.
• Re-wiring of 15 Cobra Helicopter of Pak Army has been accomplished.




Quality Certifications


Quality of the production at ARF is assured through quality control of the product and quality assurance of the processes. Standards are being followed during the aircraft overhauling processes.
During GOH cycle, after every major production stage, Quality shake down inspections are performed till the aircraft is accepted by the Customer. Moreover, stage quality inspections are performed at various steps of the production activities. It is pertinent to highlight that the objective of all these quality inspections is to ensure fulfillment of OEM provided specifications through stringent quality inspections at each stage throughout the overhauling cycle.
Aircraft Rebuild Factory has emerged as a premier Maintenance Repair and Overhaul facility with over thirty years of rich experience on Chinese Weapon Systems, alongside the GOH of C-130 aircraft Propeller / QECs and refurbishment of Alternate Mission Equipment (AMEs) of all types of PAF aircraft. The factory has undertaken the task of overhauling of FT–6, FT-5, A-5III, F-7P, F-7PG, Y-12 and K-8 aircraft variants. This set up is not only fulfilling the needs of Pakistan Air Force but also undertakes overhauling and repair tasks of friendly countries. Now the MRO capabilities for JF-17 aircraft are being established.
MIRAGE REBUILD FACTORY

Introduction


Since the inception in 1980, MRF Engine Group has progressed from single engine facility to five different origin engine MRO with all major overhauling and repair facilities required. The first ATAR engine was produced in 1983 followed by another major project in shape of F-100 in 1989 and repair of J-69 engine hot parts repair in same year. In 2004, T56 engine overhaul was a major change from jet engines to turbo prop. In Year 2005, a commercial venture began by undertaking manufacturing of parts for Boeing through an offset program, in which MRF was entrusted to undertake Non Destructive Inspection. It was through venture that MRF was able to attain the NADCAP Accreditation for its NDI facilities.


The process begins with the disassembly of the engine, where each and every component / module is removed from the engine. After disassembly, the engine undergoes stringent inspections to reveal discrepancies accumulated over the years of operation. A special setup of highly precise engine horizontal and vertical maintenance stands enables the technicians to perform thorough inspections of engines and its modules. In case discrepancies are noted, a team of highly experienced technicians conduct extensive repairs to remove the discrepancies.
MRF History
Mirage Rebuild Factory was established in 1974 for in-country overhauling of Mirage aircraft and has ever since evolved into a centre of excellence for maintenance, repair and overhaul of military aircraft and jet engines. With a number of quality accreditations and certifications to its acclaim, MRF is trusted by leading aviation industries and air forces of the world. The dream of establishing the Mirage rebuild factory came true, when the first Mirage aircraft rolled out after successful overhaul in 1980.
Capabilities of Engine Group MRF
Special Processes


The special processes available at Engine Group include: -
• Heat and Surface Treatment
• Machining, Welding and Metal Processes
• Plasma and HVOF Processes
• Shot Peening
• Painting
• Penetrant Testing
• Magnetic Particle Testing
• Eddy Current Testing
• Ultra-Sonic Testing
• Radiography
• Radioscopy

Assembly / Disassembly and Testing Facilities for Engine and Accessories


The capabilities related to Assembly / Disassembly and Testing Facilities for Engine and Accessories include: -
• Engines Assembly and Disassembly Docks
• Assembly and Disassembly benches for engine accessories
• Test Bed for ATAR, F100 and Turboprop Engines
• Oil and Fuel Accessories Test Benches
• Special Bearing and Kinematics checking facilities
• Static and Dynamic Balancing Machines
• Inspection services for all engines at MRF
Calibration Processes


The Calibration Processes available at Engine Group include: -
• Hygrometers
• Vernier Calipers
• Dial Test Indicator
• Gauge Blocks
• Weighing Scales / Masses
• 3-axis Measurements
• Analogue / Digital Multimeters
• Analogue / Digital AC / DC Power Supplies
• AC / DC Panels Meters
• Frequency Counters & Signal Generators
• Meggers / Insulation Meters
• Temperature Baths / Furnaces
• Temperature Gauges (with thermocouples)
• Torque Wrenches / Meters
• Pressure Gauges (Air/water/Hydraulic)
Documentation Processes


The Documentation Processes of Engine Group consists of: -
• Engine production software for tracking of Engines, Accessories, Parts and sub parts
• Repair, Inspection, Assembly and Testing controlled through software
• Technical Order Distribution Office
• Method Design Offices which establishes and controls Repair and Assembly schemes of all parts and accessories.



Capabilities of Aircraft Group MRF
• Delta/GV inspection of Mirage III/V aircraft
• Complete overhauling of Mirage aircraft Martin Baker ejection seat PRM-4 and OM-6
• Hot harmonization of Mirage aircraft and its variants
• 4th Line Maintenance facility of Mirage III/V aircraft components
• 4th Line maintenance of JF-17 emergency oxygen system components
• Trial repair of non Mirage components
• Mirage Pressure Refueling (MPR) air to air refueling modification of Mirage aircraft
• A non Destructive Inspection (NDI) technique includes Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI), Ultrasonic Technique (UT), Radiography Technique (RT) and Videoscopic inspection
• Capability of NDI of Mirage, SAAB, JF-17 and UAV aircrafts
• Structure repair and wing overhaul of Mirage aircraft
• Structure repair of SAAB aircraft
• PCAA ANO-001 approved CNC pipe bending facility for Mirage, SAAB and DA-20 aircrafts
• Aircraft painting according to American Federal 595 and French Air 8104 standards of Mirage, F-16, JF-17, DA-20, Cessna, Mushshak, K-8 and other light body aircrafts
AMF
AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURING FACTORY
AMF
AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURING FACTORY

AMF was established in 1975 to undertake manufacturing of a primary flying trainer aircraft under license from SAAB SCANIA of Sweden. The aircraft was named Mushshak, (meaning proficient) and was produced from the kits provided by SAAB. After successfully producing 92 Mushshak aircraft, AMF acquired the status of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) in 1981.

Within 30 years of its establishment, AMF has produced more than 300 Mushshak aircraft which are successfully flying not only in Pakistan but also in foreign countries such as Saudi Arabia, Oman, and South Africa. The Mushshak not only meets the requisites of international aviation standards but also conforms to Pakistan and South African civil aviation standards and that is why it is the front line aviation product of Pakistan. During the course of manufacturing, AMF, in order to improve the design and performance produced an upgraded version of aircraft in shape of Super Mushshak.



Equipped with Lycoming 260 HP engine, advanced avionics package, Garmin and Dynon Glass cockpit and side by side seating for instructor and student pilot, Super Mushshak forms an ideal platform for a variety of roles. Short takeoff and landing distance, higher g load bracket, excellent stall and spin recovery, enhanced structural life of 9500 hrs and above all excellent after sales spare and structural repair support are some of the key features rendering super Mushshak aircraft to be far superior then its contemporary primary trainer aircraft of same class.

The aviation industry in Pakistan has experienced a tremendous growth in last 30 years. Over the years, AMF's stature as aircraft manufacturer grew manifold with successive capability achievement to manufacture Jet aircraft trainer K-8 in late 80s, unmanned aerial Vehicle FALCO in 2008 and the modern Jet fighter aircraft, named JF-17 Thunder. Today, AMF has the capability of manufacturing structural parts and aero-structure assemblies such as the Horizontal Stabilizer, Elevator, Vertical Stabilizer, Rudder and Front Fuselage of K-8 aircraft.



Keeping abreast with the evolving trends in aviation, AMF decided to venture in manufacturing of unmanned aerial vehicles through the latest carbon composite material. PAF after a comprehensive operational & technical evaluation process decided for establishment of FALCO UAV manufacturing facility at AMF. During the first phase, eight FALCO UAVs were received in form of semi-assembled kits . The Final assembly and system integration of these UAVs was successfully accomplished at AMF PAC Kamra under the supervision of OEM in 2007-2008 timeframe. During the same time period, state of the art equipment was also purchased to start co-production activities. After commissioning of the equipment and training on parts manufacturing, the newly established manufacturing facility was qualified by OEM to manufacture FALCO UAVs on European Quality Standards.

An aviation industry is considered at its pinnacle when it has the capability of manufacturing a modern fighter aircraft. Today, AMF has complete infrastructure, core capabilities and state of the art technologies for manufacturing of JF-17 aircraft. Machining centre for production of aircraft parts is equipped with state of the art conventional and CNC machines. Parts with relatively lesser accuracies are manufactured on conventional machines whereas complex parts involving higher accuracies and profiles described by higher order polynomials are manufactured utilizing CNC machines, integrated with Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing Systems.



Sheet metal workshop for JF-17 parts houses an array of conventional and CNC machining facility. Machines such as Guillotine and Nibbling Shear, Conventional and CNC Stack Routers etc are utilized for processes like Shearing, Routing and Sawing techniques. Whereas CNC shot peen forming, Hydraulic Quintus Fluid Cell press, CNC Stretch Forming and CNC punching etc are used for manufacturing of parts involving sheet forming processes.

Pipe manufacturing emerging recently as a separate technology of manufacturing, caters for the requirements of aircraft hydraulic, pneumatic and oxygen systems. It involves Pipe Bending, End Fitting, testing, Marking and Covering. The most typical equipment being used in pipe manufacturing is CNC Pipe Bending Machine.

Special processes form an integral element of any modern manufacturing facility as almost all sheet metal and machine parts undergo Heat Treatment, Surface Treatment, welding and various other types of special processes during manufacturing. Vacuum oil quenching furnaces, Air Circulating and Conventional Furnaces etc are employed for Heat Treatment whereas chemical Treatment facilities include Anodizing, Chromating, Bluing, Phosphating, Pickling Passivation, Electroplating, Primer Painting and Chemical Milling etc.



Every manufactured part has to undergo a series of testing and inspection procedure from raw material till final stage at Material Testing Centre (MTC). MTC has the capability to conduct all kinds of Physical, Chemical and Non Destructive Testing (NDT) of material including testing capabilities of all heat and surface treatment equipment for periodic qualification.

The first phase of aircraft assembling starts at Aero Structural build up facility. Hundreds of sheet metal and machine parts, pipes and components etc are skillfully put together with the help of thousands of rivets to build aircraft sub assemblies such as fuselage, wings, horizontal and vertical stabilizers and ailerons etc. The aircraft starts to take shape at final assembly set up where sub-assemblies, all system parts, engines, piping, cabling are installed and integrated before sending the assembled aircraft to Flight Test Station (FTS) for stringent power ON and functional checks of each and every system of the aircraft. This is followed by series of aircraft ground runs and quality shake-downs before finally handing over it to the test pilot for yet another series of functional check flights (FCFs) to ascertain the airworthiness.

The manufacturing of JF-17 Thunder fighter at AMF has brought Pakistan among select group of countries of aviation world. Attainment of this capability in less than a quarter of a century itself speaks of the highest standards of dedication that PAC Engineers and technicians showed since the word go.
APF


AIRCRAFT PRODUCTION FACTORY



Introduction


Avionics Production Factory was established as a small radar maintenance center in 1983. Over the years, it has transformed into a wide complex dealing with ranging activities in the field of Aviation electronics.


Role & Task of the Avionics Production Factory includes overhauling of Air Defense ground radars and life cycle maintenance of avionics systems of the existing aircraft fleet of PAF. The JF-17 Avionics development project activities undertaken at APF include, design development, co-production, integration and Life cycle maintenance of JF-17 avionics systems. APF is organized into two sub groups namely; JF-17 group and Sensors and Avionics group
AvRID


Aviation Research, Indigenization & Development


The office of DG AvRID has been established to transform into reality the Air Staff vision as stated above, with the long-term goal of developing our own fifth generation fighter aircraft (FGFA). Development of FGFA would be a major national program that would entail massive amount of work; not all of which may possibly be carried out within PAC, or even within Pakistan. Such large-scale development requires synergetic efforts from a number of industrial (public & private) and academic organizations to fulfill the enormous task. These efforts by themselves will enable development of technologies that will find applications in a number of other systems. The guiding motto will be “cooperation within, competition outside”.


In order to manage an engineering development program of this magnitude, an effective system covering the technical and management aspects needs to be put in place. A sound system engineering approach will have to be followed to ensure the technical health of the program backed by an equally sound project management effort to support it. As the development of FGFA is a major program, it will have to be divided into a number of projects, for which separate project teams will have to be formed. One team would be working on core capabilities development, another on aircraft development, one on avionics development, yet another on facilities development, one on human resource development and so on. There would be specialist teams for development of each system. Depending on the complexity of the systems, these teams would vary in the nature and extent of multi-disciplines. Some teams will be co-located while others would operate across different organizations. Similarly, certain functions will be performed by dedicated project teams while others by matrix teams.


Engineering Management & Support (EMS).


An elaborate plan for development of FGFA and associated technological capabilities will be prepared by DG AvRID. The plan will have to define the different projects within the program and define project teams and their plans in consultation with specialist resource personnel and organizations. The office would be responsible to manage the resources, schedules, risks and stakeholders throughout the program. It would also be responsible for establishing formal system engineering, configuration management and quality assurance processes within the participating teams and organizations. In order to carry out these functions, EMS activities will have to be appropriately organized within an EMS group in DG AvRID Secretariat and manned by qualified personnel: -


(a) Academia Industry Collaboration Office (AICO). For optimum utilization of resources available within academia and industry of the country and abroad.


(b) Systems Engineering Processes Office (SEPO). For training and audit of systems engineering and configuration management processes within participating organizations.


(c) Capability Development Office (CDO). For planning, assisting and tracking capability development encompassing facilities, technology and human resource.


(d) Quality Assurance and Certification Office (QACO). For training and audit of quality assurance and certification standards within participating organizations.


(e) Program Plans Office (PPO). For overall planning, budgeting and resource allocation.


(f) Program Execution Office (PEO). For program execution.


The office of DG AvRID will pursue an active engagement with the public and private sector for expanding the industrial base of the country to meet aviation requirements of Pakistan and to venture into the global aviation market for sustainable technical and economic growth. It will foster international collaboration and linkages to address critical technological gaps. It will also pursue HEC and higher education institutes to ensure that training needs in technologies critical to aviation industry are adequately identified and addressed. It will work with CAE, AU, NUST, IST and other institutes for utilization of their researchers, students, labs and alumni for conducting R&D in appropriate areas. The office will carry out its tasks through the following elements that report to it directly. Additional elements may be added if and when required.


Project AZM.


This project aims to develop a fifth-generation fighter aircraft as per ASR requirements. As mentioned earlier, this is a major undertaking that will require synergetic participation of a large number of organizations and stakeholders. A phased but aggressive approach will be followed to overcome technical challenges as soon as they are identified. A number of challenges like materials, propulsion, sensors, mission systems etc. are already known and risk mitigation plans are being worked out. The strategy is to keep focus of the FGFA team on aircraft development while other elements of AvRID focus on providing the required technologies and systems for project success.


Aviation Design Institute (AvDI).


This institute has been established to develop the core multidisciplinary technologies required for any advanced air vehicle. It is envisaged to bring together experts with varied backgrounds (Aero, Elects, Wpns) and specialties (both Aerospace & Avionics) to work on areas like aerodynamics, antennas, fly-by-wire, payloads, sensor fusion, stealth, structures, etc. The institute undertakes projects that provide solutions in the immediate and short term and in doing so contribute to developing technologies for medium and long-term product development projects like FGF.


Mission Electronics Design Institute (MEDI).


This institute will develop critical technologies like high performance computing boards, advanced avionics interfaces etc. The technologies will be used for design & development of mission computers, flight control computers, etc. Considering the fast pace of development in the field of electronics leading to early obsolescence and the huge amount of data crunching onboard the FGFA, considerable challenges will have to be overcome.


Aero Structures Design Institute (ASDI).


This institute will be responsible for design and analysis of aero structures, including Damage Tolerance Analysis (DTA). It will also interact with the local industry and academia for identifying and developing materials required for aerospace related applications.


Advanced Technologies Centre (ATC).


This Centre will form the PAF element of the Faculty of Aerospace and Aviation Campus AU Kamra and will focus on MS and PhD programs in Aerospace and Avionics disciplines. These programs, in coordination with CAE and other institutes will provide the necessary human resource for programs like FGFA. They will also assist in setting up labs in critical areas and carry out focused research. Short courses in relevant areas will also be arranged.


Flight Test Centre (FTC).


The capability to carry out flight testing of developed systems and platforms will be eventually consolidated into a dedicated flight test Centre. It will assist and coordinate flight testing activities with customers. It would develop the procedures and protocols for flight testing and certification in coordination with development teams and certification authorities, as applicable.
JF-17 AIRCRAFT


JF-17 Thunder is an advanced, light-weight, all weather, day / night multi-role fighter aircraft; developed as a joint venture between Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC), Kamra and Chengdu Aircraft Industry Corporation (CAC) of China. It possesses excellent air-to-air and air-to-surface combat capabilities. The state-of-the art avionics, optimally integrated sub-systems, computerized flight controls and capability to employ latest weapons provides decisive advantage to JF-17 over adversaries of same class. This, all weather, multi-role light combat fighter has remarkable high combat maneuverability at medium and low altitudes. With effective firepower, agility and combat survivability, the aircraft is likely to emerge as a potent platform for any air force.
Progress
The first JF-17 prototype aircraft (called FC-1) was rolled out in May 2003. It made its first flight in August 2003. Later on, two more prototype aircraft were added for basic structure, flight qualities, performance and engine flight testing while two prototype aircraft were involved in comprehensive avionics flight testing. The basic flight testing was completed in 2007 which also marked the arrival of JF-17 Thunder aircraft in Pakistan where it was formally presented to the nation as a Pakistan Day gift on 23 March 2007. A Test and Evaluation Flight was established at PAC Kamra which carried out the detailed operational evaluation of the aircraft as well as the training of ground and air crew. The JF-17 aircraft has been formally inducted in Pakistan Air Force by replacing A-5 aircraft of an Operational Squadron of PAF. The aircraft was show cased for the first time at Farnborough Air Show UK in the year 2010.

Production
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) holds the exclusive rights of 58% of JF-17 airframe co-production work. A comprehensive infrastructure comprising state of the art machines and required skilled human resource has very quickly been developed at the Complex. The final assembly and flight testing of the aircraft was the first JF-17 co-production activity to start at PAC. The first PAC produced aircraft was handed over to Pakistan Air Force in November 2009. Since then, aircraft are being produced regularly to meet the required schedule. The co-production of sub assemblies and structural parts has also commenced and is sequentially attaining the sustained production status. Besides upgrading the production system, PAC has also upgraded its quality, technology and archive management systems to meet the production and management standards of a 3rd generation fighter aircraft.
Specifications
Physical Parameters
Length 49 ft
Height 15.5 ft
Wingspan 31 ft
Empty Weight 14,520 lb

Performance Parameters
Maximum Take Off Weight 27,300 lb
Max Mach No 1.6
Maximum Speed 700 Knots IAS
Service Ceiling 55,500 ft
Thrust to Weight Ratio 0.95
Maximum Engine Thrust 19,000 lb
G Limit +8,-3
Ferry Range 1,880 NM

Armament
No of Stations 07
Total Load Capacity 3400 lb

Design Features
Aerodynamic Configuration
• Bifurcated side air inlet with incorporation of latest
BUMP intake technology for improved performance
• Leading edge maneuvering flaps
• Trailing edge flaps
• Twin Ventral Fins

Landing Gear
• Nose gear with steering
• Main gear with paddle controlled hydraulic brakes and
anti-skid braking system.

Comfortable Cockpit Escape and Egress System
• NVG compatible cockpit conforming to US MIL
Standard, suitable for 3% to 98% percentile range of pilots.
• Single Piece Stretch Acrylic Transparent Canopy
providing a good all around Field of Vie
• Ejection Seat
o a- Latest Martin Baker high performance ejection seat
o b- Canopy Severance System for additional safety
o c- French Oxygen Regulation System
o d- Passive Leg Restraint System Environment Control System and Oxygen System
• Effective control of cockpit pressure and temperature
• Effective temperature and humidity control of cockpit
and avionics for optimum performance
• Efficient Anti G system for Pilot
• Oxygen supply duration three hours

Flight Control System
• Composite Flight Control System comprising
conventional controls with stability augmentation in roll
and yaw axis and fly by wire in pitch axis
• Quad-redundancy in Fly By Wire System
• Autopilot with Altitude hold and Attitude hold modes

Fuel System
• Total internal fuel 5130 lb (3000 liters)
• Single point pressure refueling system
• External Fuel
o a- One centre line drop tank 800 liters
o b- Two under wing drop tanks 800/1100 liters
Avionics Suite

The avionics suite makes the JF-17 an effective weapon platform. The glass cockpit and hands on throttle and stick (HOTAS) controls reduce pilot workload. Accurate navigation and weapon aiming information on the head up display help the pilot achieve his mission effectively. The multifunction displays provide information on engine, fuel, hydraulics, electrical, flight control and environmental control system on a need-to-know basis along with basic flight and tactical information. The capability has been built around highly modern state-of-the-art avionics equipment. The salient avionics equipment is as follows:
• Dual redundant mission computers
• Dual redundant 1553 Mux bus architecture
• Multi-mode Pulse Doppler Radar capable of tracking multiple targets with prioritized firing
• Ring laser gyro inertial navigation system tied with GPS
• Smart head up display with up front control panel. SHUD total field of view is 25 Degrees
• Color video recording camera and video recorder (for SMFCDs)
• HOTAS
• Three smart multi function color displays
• Air Data Computer
• Radar Altimeter
• IFF Interrogator/Transponder
• Air Combat Manoeuvring Instrumentation (ACMI)
• BVR/Communication Data link
• VHF / UHF Communication System
Weapons Capability
The aircraft is fitted with modern Stores Management System incorporating accurate weapon delivery modes and solutions involving minimum pilot workload. The aircraft is capable of carrying some of the most modern as well as conventional weapons, including:
• 70-100 Km range beyond visual range active missiles
• Highly agile Imaging infrared short range missiles
• Air to sea missiles
• Anti radiation missiles
• Laser guided weapons
• Runway penetration bombs
• General purpose bombs
• Training bombs
• 23 mm double barrel gun
K-8 AIRCRAFT


Karakoram-8 (K-8), Basic Cum Advance Jet Trainer, is co-developed by Aircraft Manufacturing Factory (AMF), Pakistan Aeronautical Complex, Kamra, and China Nanchang Aircraft Manufacturing Company (CNMC). The aircraft is being used for imparting basic and operational jet training to newly inducted pilots at PAF Academy Risalpur. Its key features are:
• Wide speed range and high maneuverability
• Satisfactory flying qualities in accordance with the requirements set forth in MIL-F-8785C IV for highly maneuverable aircraft.
• Good field of view and cockpit arrangement very close to a combat aircraft
• Advanced turbofan engine with low specific fuel consumption and minimum operation and maintenance cost
• State of the art equipment (including instrumentation, communication, navigation, etc.) satisfying the requirements of training pilots for the future
• Highly reliable escape system
• Advanced strap on environmental control system capable of providing cockpit air- conditioning both on the ground and in the air
• Hydraulically operated wheel braking and nose wheel steering
• Multi role capability for training
• 8000 flight hours service life for airframe structure
• Long endurance and high service ceiling adequate for a wide range of missions
• Low life cycle cost
• Short turn-around time and low maintenance work load


Technical Data
Power Plant Egress System / Escape System
K-8 is fitted with Honeywell TFE 731-2A-2A modular turbofan
engine with DEEC & hydro mechanical fuel control system. Highly reliable escape system incorporating two Martin
Baker MK-10L fully automatic rocket assisted zero-zero
ejection seats to ensure survival capability within the entire
flight envelope.
Cockpit Layout Environmental Control System (ECS)
Cockpit is designed to meet the latest Military Specification
of Aircrew Station Geometry and vision requirements. EFIS
made by Collins is fitted in front and rear cockpits. UHF/VHF
communication system, TACAN/RADIO COMPASS & ILS are
available as per the customers requirement. Incorporation of most effective ECS provides a roomy cockpit
environment with air conditioning capability even on
ground under an ambient temperature of -40 °C to +52 °C.
Fuel System Weights
The aircraft fuel system consists of the fuel tanks and the
fuel supply / transfer, vent/pressurization, fuel quantity
measuring / indicating, refuelling and fuel drain subsystems.
The total fuel contained in two fuselage bladder-type
rubber tanks and a wing integral tank is 2576 lbs. The
capacity of drop tanks is 428 lbs each. Normal take-off weight : 3700 kg
Useful load : 943 kg
Internal fuel capacity : 780 kg
Weight empty : 2757 kg
Maximum take-off weight : 4332 kg

Engine Main Data TFE 731-2A-2A Flight Performance
Rated power maximum static thrust at sea level : 3600 lbs
SFC : 0.502 lb/lb thrust hr (maximum static thrust)
Air flow : 115 lbs /sec (take-off and maximum continuous)
Engine net weight : 812 lb
Pressure ratio : 13.9
Bypass ratio : 2.67
An access through which the engine is installed/removed,
is provided on the belly of the fuselage. With this provision,
replacement of the engine in the field takes 50 minutes Maximum level speed : 800 km/hr
Rate of climb at sea level : 30 m/s
Service ceiling : 13600 m
Built-in Range : 1560 km
Ferry range (with drop tanks) : 2140 km
Endurance : 3.2 hrs
Maximum endurance (with drop tanks) : 4.2 hrs
Un-stick speed : 185 km/hr
Touchdown speed : 160 km/hr
Take-off ground run : 440 m
Landing ground run : 530 m
Limit load factor : +7.33 g -3.0 g
Dimensions
Overall length : 11.6 m
Overall height : 4.21 m
Wing area : 17.02 m2
Wing span : 9.63 m
Wheel track : 2.54 m
Wheel base : 4.442 m
Customers
The customers of K-8 are:
China Namibia Sri Lanka Ghana Bolivia
Pakistan Egypt Sudan Venezuela Zimbabwe
Myanmar
MUSHSHAK AIRCRAFT


The MFI-17 Mushshak (The Proficient) is a light-weight, robust, two/three seats, single engine, predominantly all metal aircraft with tricycle fixed landing gear. It has been developed to meet US FAR 23 certification in categories normal, utility and aerobatics. It can operate from any short un-prepared strip and is completely independent of any kind of ground equipment. Super Mushshak (The Agile) - advanced avionics is an upgraded version of Mushshak fitted with a more powerful engine, cockpit air-conditioning, electrical instruments, and electric cum manual elevator and rudder trim.
Training Role
Mushshak meets the requirement of a modern primary training syllabus and is an ideal basic trainer. Aircraft is ideal for:
• Basic flight training
• Instrument flying
• Aerobatics, stalls and deliberate spins
• Night flying
• Navigation flying
• Formation flying

Army Co-operation Missions
Besides primary flying training, Mushshak is also suited for a wide range of army co-operation missions including:
• Forward air control
• Forward area support with droppable supply containers
• Reconnaissance
• Artillery fire observation
• Camouflage inspection
• Border patrol
• Liaison
• Target flying and target towing for training of ground units
Technical Data
Engine (Mushshak) Propeller (Mushshak)
Type: Textron Lycoming IO-360 A1B6
Power: 200 HP (at 2700 RPM at standard sea level conditions)
Cylinder: 04 A Hartzell, USA two-blade constant speed metal propeller
is installed on the engine.
Engine (Super Mushshak) Propeller (Super Mushshak)
Type: Textron Lycoming IO-540 V4A5 Super Mushshak has been qualified with both three and two
blade propellers from McCauley and Hartzell of USA respectively.
Time between Overhaul (TBO)

TBO for engine is 2000 hours.
Power: 260 HP (at 2700 RPM at ISA conditions)
Cylinder: 06

Cockpit Design Criteria
Spacious side by side cockpit giving contact between the pilot and the co-pilot / observer or between the student and the instructor for effective "watch me" instruction
Adjustable seats fitted with straps incorporating auto lock inertia reels
Typical avionics equipment configuration includes UHF/
VHF radio, GPS, VOR, Transponder, ADF etc
Third crew member can be accommodated in the rear cabin The basic design philosophy behind Mushshak offers an aircraft
with:
Flexibility, covering both army co-operation and primary flying training
Excellent forward and downward visibility supplemented by a good rearward visibility
Good ground clearance even with bulky under wing stores and high crosswind capability for operation from narrow strips and roads
Up to 300 Kg/660 lbs external load carrying capability (including pylons)
Heavy duty landing gear
Large baggage compartment in the rear part of the cabin easily accessible through a door on the port side of the fuselage.
This space can also accommodate a third crew member
Good handling characteristics
Good short/rough field performance
Full aerobatic capability, maximum limit load factor +6/-3 in Aerobatics category
Ease of maintenance and repair even in field
Structure life of 9500 hrs
Fuel System
Based on two integral fuel tanks holding a total of 47 US gallons
Bendix RSA type fuel injection system
Houses engine driven fuel pump for normal operation
Electric fuel pump for emergency conditions
Flight Control System
Efficient dual flight controls including conventional center
stick type control columns and adjustable rudder pedals.
Primary control surfaces are operated through a direct mechanical
linkage.


Optional Equipment Wing
The following optional equipment can also be made available on request:
Blind Flying Screen: There is a provision for installation and removal of blind screen for instrument flying.
Sun Blinds: Canopy Perspex as well as rear Cabin Perspex can be provided with adjustable sun-blind.
Third Seat: Aircraft incorporates fitting for the installation of third seat in the rear portion of the cabin.
Electric Trim: Reliable and effective elevator and rudder electrical cum manual trim can be installed easily.
Air Conditioner: One of the most effective and reliable Enviro
R-134 environmental friendly air conditioning system can be installed.
Avionics suite: Customized avionics suit or glass cockpit can be added as per customers request. Wing Area: 11.9 m2/128 sq ft
Sweep Forward: 5°
Airfoil Thickness: 10%
Dihedral: 1.5°
Horizontal Tail
Span: 2.80 m/9 ft 2 in
Area: 2.10 m2/22.6 sq ft
Sweep: 0°
Airfoil Thickness: 12%
Dihedral: 0°
Main Data Vertical Tail
Length: 7 m/23 ft (Mushahak)
7.15 m/23.5 ft (Super Mushshak)
Height: 2.60 m/8 ft 6 ½in
Span: 8.85 m/29 ft
Wheel Track: 2.2 m/7 ft 2 ½ in
Wheel base : 1.58 m/5 ft 2 ½ in Height: 1.32 m/4 ft 4 in
Area: 1.52 m2/16.3 sq ft
Airfoil Thickness: 12%
Sweep, Leading Edge: 36°
Sweep, Trailing Edge: 8°

Users
The users of Mushshak and Super Mushshak are:
• Pak Army • Pakistan Air Force • Iran • RSAF • Syria
• Oman • Norway • Sweden • Denmark • South Africa