Airspace Modernisation Lead (Planner)

Support to industry in communicating AMS intent;

Advice to SLT on Airspace Modernisation Fund (ASF) activities;

Providing ongoing SME Airspace and ATC technical advice and guidance to the CAA for both trials and other developing innovation projects pertinent to the AMS.

Enable AMS and Future of Flight integration and coordination in the plans and delivery areas.

Recognise and track European and Global airspace modernisation intent and facilitate updates where necessary to the UK AMS through advising SLT revised UK AMS strategic intent.

Ensure Strategic coherence of UK AMS Delivery plans through attendance of internal and external stakeholder and planning meetings.

Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure airspace modernisation plans are understood.

Clear understanding of the UK AMS and related aims and objectives.

Good working knowledge of the airspace change framework and national legislation with a sound understanding of implications for airspace users.

Proven experience at developing strategic or operational plans and the production of multifaceted strategy documents.

Experienced leader of multidisciplinary teams in complex environments.

Ability to rapidly establish personal credibility with technical specialists and develop collaborative relationships.

Ability to develop novel solutions, based on expert knowledge and detailed understanding of ATM and aviation law principles.

Have a sound knowledge of National reporting responsibilities into ICAO, Eurocontrol and others.

Have proven ability to communicate effectively and influence at all levels internally, with industry, and with national and international stakeholders.

Possess high levels of commitment, reliability and flexibility, and be an excellent team worker with sound interpersonal skills.

Could work with minimum supervision, be pro-active and possess strong time management skills to meet demanding deadlines.

Possess first-class verbal and written communication skills and good negotiating skills.

Proven ability to shape and influence evolving plans and strategies across multiple domains.

Have good organisational discipline and the ability to work within a multi-disciplined team.

Significant experience and knowledge of the UK’s joint and integrated ATM system.

Good knowledge of the CAA and UK aviation industry supported by an understanding of key legislative factors influencing and determining the CAA’s role as an airspace regulator e.g. the Civil Aviation Act, Air Navigation Order, Rules of the Air Regulations and the appropriate MAA Regulatory Publications.

Working knowledge of the ICAO, Eurocontrol and other international institutions that might impact upon UK airspace modernisation.

Awareness of the environmental impact of aviation, and of existing and developing strategies and actions to mitigate these.

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