Airspace & ATM Change Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to shape air traffic requirements and oversee innovative solutions in aviation. This role demands a strategic thinker with in-depth knowledge of air traffic management and the ability to foster relationships with key stakeholders. You will lead a team to manage complex projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about improving air traffic systems, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of ATC, ATM, and airspace change regulations.
• Strong leadership and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clear understanding of evolving ATM projects and obligations.
• Lead and deliver ATM or Airspace projects effectively.

Skills

Air Traffic Management (ATM)

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Description

This role involves identifying and shaping air traffic requirements within the business; leading a team to partner with NATS and other stakeholders to develop and implement concepts with compelling business plans; and overseeing the development of solutions from initial concept to final deployment, ensuring they fulfill business objectives in service of safety, environment, or service.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Proactively ensure that HAL Programme Direction, Solutions Leadership Team, and wider senior leadership have a clear understanding of evolving ATM projects, environmental obligations, and best practice approaches worldwide.
2. Create, lead, manage, and deliver ATM or Airspace projects.
3. Represent the solutions business requirements to ensure effective delivery of capital projects or operational initiatives on time and within budget.
4. Build, maintain, and influence relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including NATS, airlines, CAA, and DfT.
5. Act as the point of contact for CAA regarding all ATM change matters.
6. Provide line management and leadership for direct reports.
7. Lead procurement and contracted organizations or personnel related to relevant projects.
8. Advise and support HAL Operations and Solutions leadership on opportunities, risks, and actions to drive business outcomes.

Minimum Requirements and Skills:

• Detailed knowledge of ATC, ATM, and airspace change, including policy and regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of Air Traffic Management activities relevant to safe operations at UK airports.
• Strong leadership skills to ensure stakeholder outcomes meet regulatory and operational requirements.
• Excellent team leadership abilities, capable of delivering independently and managing others.
• Exceptional interpersonal, influencing, negotiating, and communication skills, supported by strategic and creative thinking.
• Experience leading projects and project management processes.
• High-level exposure to political and governmental processes related to aviation policy development.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.