Airports and Airspace Senior Consultant

Sagentia Defence; Harston; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation consultancy is seeking a Senior Consultant to manage complex aviation projects and provide expertise in airspace regulations. The role requires proven consultancy experience and the ability to navigate civil and military regulatory environments. Candidates should hold relevant aviation qualifications and possess strong project management skills. Additionally, a background in air traffic control is desirable. The position offers a competitive salary with extensive benefits including profit sharing and healthcare support.

Benefits

Company Profit Share Scheme

Generous Holiday Allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Private healthcare by Bupa

Qualifications

• Proven consultancy experience in aviation or airspace field.
• Thorough understanding of CAA airspace regulations.
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex aviation projects from concept to implementation.
• Conduct analysis for client requirements and opportunities.
• Produce high-quality project documentation and reports.

Skills

Consultancy experience

Understanding of CAA design regulations

Strong project management skills

Analytical problem-solving abilities

Exceptional communication skills

Education

Relevant aviation qualification

Tools

Airspace modelling tools

Job description

Airports and Airspace Senior Consultant

Department: Airport and Airspace

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cambridge

Description

Sagentia Aviation, formerly Osprey Consulting Services, is a specialist aviation consultancy providing technical and engineering support to safety-critical and highly regulated industries across both civil and military environments.

Our Aviation practice team consists of highly skilled and competent subject matter experts with considerable experience in a wide range of civil and military technical and operational aviation backgrounds. We work with government agencies, regulatory authorities, equipment providers, environmental consultancies, and airport and spaceport operators to address complex challenges and solve critical aviation issues.

Sagentia Aviation is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant who will join our Airports and Airspace team to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the UK aviation market by delivering high quality technical and operational support to our current and future clients. In the years ahead, there will be exciting opportunities to assist clients supporting UK airspace modernisation and planning for the integration of new technologies in a compliant, safe, and efficient manner.

Whilst leading or supporting a wide range of aviation projects, you should be passionate about efficiently delivering first-class outputs for our clients. You should also be comfortable navigating complex civil and military regulatory requirements, and the provision of sound advice and guidance to clients in line with current and evolving policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a consultancy background and a depth of experience in civil and/or military aviation alongside extensive knowledge of the CAA CAP 1616 airspace change process from either a sponsor, consultant, or regulatory perspective.

Applicants should have a track record of identifying new business opportunities, maintaining strong client relationships, and be capable of supporting or writing high-quality proposals matched to a client’s specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a range of complex airports and airspace projects from initial concept to final implementation, working in close collaboration with diverse stakeholders including Air Navigation Service Providers, airports, airlines, and the CAA.
• Support clients to assess potential opportunities and determine exact requirements.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to provide evidentially based assessments of current and future capabilities when writing reports and completing studies.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to help deliver client strategic objectives during aerodrome development projects.
• Conduct feasibility analysis to determine prioritised alternative courses of action.
• Provide expert support as necessary to enhance operational and business resilience.
• Facilitate effective communication engagement and consultation, when necessary, with key aviation and non-aviation stakeholders.
• Produce high-quality written documentation in support of all project activities.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring high-quality, on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Stay informed on the latest developments in the airports and airspace market with respect to evolving policy, regulatory requirements, and the application of best practice.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required

• Proven consultancy or managerial experience in an aviation, airport, or airspace related field.
• Thorough understanding of CAA airspace design regulations and processes.
• Practical application and knowledge of ICAO Annex 14 aerodrome design requirements.
• Experience of safeguarding requirements from an airport/regulatory perspective.
• Expertise or experience in safety case development and assessment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong project management skills with an appropriate qualification, and a track record of delivering to time, cost and quality.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Desirable

• A background in air traffic control within either the civil or military environment.
• Expertise in aviation Safety Management Systems, including Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance.
• Experience with data-driven safety methodologies.
• Experience with airspace modelling tools and software.

If you are interested in applying for this role, candidates must have:

• An existing right to live and work in the UK.
• Either hold a current SC clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) upon starting their employment with the company.
• To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years’ UK residency.

Benefits

At Sagentia Aviation, we believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing. Alongside our competitive salaries we offer a comprehensive benefits package including, Company Profit Share Scheme, Generous Holiday Allowance with the ability to buy and sell holiday, Employee Assistance Programme, 24 Hour access to GP and Mental Health support along with access to hundreds of high street discounts, private healthcare provided by Bupa and more.