Performance-based Navigation Implementation Lead - London / Gatwick Airport, United Kingdom - Civil Aviation Authority

Civil Aviation Authority

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London / Gatwick Airport, United Kingdom

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Description

Date:22-Mar-2023

Location:
Gatwick, GB

Company:
Civil Aviation Authority

Salary:
£48,454 up to £64,606 dependent upon experience

Contract Type:
Permanent

We are the UK's aviation regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field.

Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Role

To develop, establish and implement strategies, plans and policies for the use of Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) in UK airspace and in the North Atlantic airspace in accordance with Ministerial Directions to the CAA, appropriate UK legislation and international standards.

To provide advice and expertise to CAA and Government Departments to ensure that UK navigation policy meets ICAO and European standards and the needs of the UK aviation industry, to enable AAA to fulfil its statutory obligations.

To participate in various groups at national or international level e.g., CAA, IAA/FAB, NATS, ICAO, EASA, EUROCONTROL, ensuring that UK airspace is developed safely and efficiently, and that AAA's other statutory obligations are observed.

In the international forum, the post holder is to influence developments to ensure UK interests are safeguarded.

Where considered appropriate, directly influence, and contribute towards the development of ICAO and European standards including those supporting the concept of Performance-based Navigation (PBN).

Core Accountabilities

Prepare and present policy, discussion, or working papers for the CAA Board or ExCo with the necessary information for strategic planning and decisionmaking
Provide the management team with appropriate advice to ensure that airspace requirements relating to navigation capability are appropriately coordinated and promulgated
Provide advice and guidance to UK industry on issues linked to the implementation of the PBN in collaboration with Airspace Regulation SMEs
Promote the Airspace Modernisation Strategy (AMS) and the role that PBN plays within
Represent the UK on ICAO and other international panels/groups as directed
Provide a technical focal point to provide expert advice on ICAO and EUROCONTROL Performancebased navigation (PBN) and conventional navigation requirements and concepts to assist the CAA in the formulation of policy to meet UK requirements
Provide briefings or presentational material as required and support the management team as necessary
In respect of Risk Management, the jobholder shall be aware of CAA Risk Management Policy and highlight to his/her manager any new significant Business Risks that become apparent in his/her area of responsibility

- "Enhancing Safety Performance" (ESP) principles shall be embedded in the work by the post holder, as appropriate

About You

To be considered for the role you must:

Possess a wide-range of experience and knowledge of aviation matters relevant to aircraft navigation capability and airspace navigation requirements linked to operations conducted using both Performance-based Navigation (PBN) techniques and Precision Approach and Landing Systems
A detailed knowledge of navigation equipment design standards, specifications, and operating techniques for modern commercial aircraft
A detailed knowledge of technologies linked to navigation infrastructure e.g., GNSS and its augmentations
An understanding of UK ATM and associated route spacing requirements and procedures
Experience in developing requirements and guidance material supporting ICAO SARPS and Manuals and/or regulatory approvals
Experience in both chairing and participating in meetings with particular regard to international meetings
The talent for clear and logical reasoning coupled with an aptitude for adept written and verbal communications
Be highly motivated, selfdriven and technically renowned. Have a national and international reputation in the fields described
Previous staff work experience coupled with the organisational ability and personal qualities necessary to work effectively as a member of a mixed discipline team, the prime aim of which is to promote the optimum utilisation of UK airspace
A working knowledge of aircraft certification and operational approval requirements is a must
Basic IT skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc)

What Can We Offer You?

Airspace Regulation is a dynamic regulatory environment responsible for assessing and decision making on all aspects of airspace change, including current and future airspace structures.

As a PBN implementation lead, you will play a centre and influential role and regularly collaborate extensively with the industry, international bodies, and the UK government to develop new navigation concepts and support the implementation of the Airspace Modernisation Strategy.

Often working remotely and independently, you will influence the future of UK operations.