The Senior ATM/CNS Systems SME will provide senior technical leadership, systems engineering expertise, and design assurance for the ATM modernization program, ensuring that all Communication, Navigation, Surveillance, and Air Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) systems are properly planned, designed, integrated, validated, operationally suitable, and compliant with program, operational, safety, and regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for overseeing the technical lifecycle of complex ATM/CNS systems and integrated operational platforms, supporting the successful delivery of a fully integrated “System of Systems” environment across operational and contingency ATC facilities within a live operational airport environment.
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Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the technical lead for the ATM/CNS design management and systems integration workstream.
- Provide expert technical advisory services across planning, design, implementation, integration, validation, optimization, operational readiness, and transition activities.
- Oversee end-to-end integration of ATM Automation Systems, Surveillance Systems, VCCS Platforms, and other relevant systems ensuring interoperability with existing and future environments.
- Lead technical assurance activities across all program phases including design, implementation, testing, transition, operational readiness, and handover.
- Coordinate with engineering teams, operational stakeholders, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with technical and safety regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Avionics Engineering, ATM/CNS Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- Minimum 10–15 years of experience in ATM/CNS systems engineering, Air navigation systems, and Safety-critical aviation environments.
- Strong experience working within brownfield operational airport environments and with ICAO, GCAA, and international ATM regulatory frameworks.
- Professional certifications in ATM systems, systems engineering, project management, or aviation technologies are advantageous.
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