Air Traffic Systems Engineer — CNS, AGL & Safety Expert

Bournemouth Airport; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Discounts with Retailers

Life Assurance

Career development opportunities

Training package

Job summary

Bournemouth Airport is seeking an experienced Electrical/Engineering Technician to install, maintain and repair CNS, AGL and MET systems, in line with UK CAA CAP670, EASA and ICAO standards.

You will diagnose faults, support installations and upgrades, maintain records, liaise with control and contractors, and work shifts including nights. A driving licence and a strong safety culture are required.

Qualifications

• Educated to HNC level or higher in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications or related discipline.
• Level 3 advanced apprenticeship completed in an operational organisation acceptable.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on electronic, electrical or communications systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Navigation Aids and Air Traffic Systems to comply with CAP670 and EASA requirements.
• Provide CNS systems and infrastructure technical support.
• Maintain AGL systems including runway, taxiway and signage.
• Carry out planned and corrective maintenance per schedules and requirements.
• Monitor performance, respond to faults and incidents, and keep logs and documentation.
• Support installation, commissioning and upgrades of engineering systems.
• Coordinate with Air Traffic Control, operations, contractors and suppliers.
• Participate in call-out rotations to ensure operational continuity.
• Assist safety audits, investigations and compliance activities.

Skills

Fault-finding

Reading schematics

Written communication

Independent working

Team collaboration

Full UK driving licence

Education

HNC in Electrical/Electronic/Telecommunications

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship (operational org)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bournemouth Airport is seeking an experienced Electrical/Engineering Technician to install, maintain and repair CNS, AGL and MET systems, in line with UK CAA CAP670, EASA and ICAO standards.

You will diagnose faults, support installations and upgrades, maintain records, liaise with control and contractors, and work shifts including nights. A driving licence and a strong safety culture are required.