Job Description

To provide technical expertise to support the design, development, procurement, implementation, integration and maintenance of NAV/COMMS systems to ensure operational / project requirements are optimally delivered across the designated ADAC airports whilst ensuring compliance to applicable regulations

Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Support wider research and development study work by the end user to understand the requirements of the airport development plan and assist the Senior Engineering Specialist in evaluating NAV/COMMS system requirements for recommending upgrades, replacements and / or additions
• Develop technical specifications to meet the NAV/COMMS system requirements and provide expertise to support procurement in the technical evaluation process 
• Review the NAV/COMMS systems engineering documents and submittals from the selected supplier to assist with the approval process
• Install and integrate new NAV/COMMS systems and / or upgrades to the existing systems in accordance with the agreed contractual terms and applicable regulations
• Participate in factory testing (FAT), site testing (SAT) and CAAP25 or regulatory approval to ensure the project phase is completed as per terms of the contract
• Participate in NAV/COMMS systems training as required and support Engineering Training Manager in rolling out training to the end users
• Configure NAV/COMMS systems in a planned and compliant manner throughout the systems lifecycle
• Check maintenance carried out on NAV/COMMS systems to identify and report any abnormalities and non- compliance with the standard operating procedures and annual maintenance schedule 
• Review of new and existing NAV/COMMS systems engineering processes and procedures in line with the asset management manual and make necessary recommendations for continuous improvement whilst ensuring compliance
• Collect and analyse data and statistics to prepare periodic reports to keep the management / customer up to date
• Work closely with the Engineering Training Manager to design, develop and deliver ATM systems training in accordance with the ATSEP regulatory requirements
• Perform additional responsibilities that may arise from time to time to meet operational requirements 
• Adhere to IMS, regulatory requirements and safety management systems guidelines that may be communicated from time to time to ensure compliance
• Safety responsibilities and accountabilities of this position are detailed in the Safety Management Manual of the organization. The Job holder is required to maintain awareness and knowledge in relation to their safety responsibilities associated with their job function

Technical Competencies

Educational Qualification:

• Higher diploma in Electronics required. Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or equivalent preferred

Professional Certifications:

• Specialism in NAV/COMMS systems supported with manufacturer technical training qualifications required
• ATSEP basic, equipment and NAV/COMMS system competence
• Valid UAE driving license (LGV) required
• Project management such as AMP, PMP etc. can be added advantage

Experience:

• 15 years’ experience in Engineering with a focus on CNS / NAV/COMMS required
• Regional experience within the UAE and /or GCC preferred

Special Technical Skills:

• English language proficiency required. Working knowledge of Arabic preferred
• Ability to design and deliver technical NAV/COMMS related training courses 
• Engineering
• Situational awareness
• Service provision
• Coordination
• Management of non-routine situations
• Problem solving & decision making
• Self-management and continuous learning
• Workload management
• Teamwork
• Communication

Skills Required

• Engineering