Aviation Compliance Inspector – EnRoute Oversight

Civil Aviation Authority; Manchester, Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Civil Aviation Authority is seeking an Inspector ATS (EnRoute Operations) to oversee ATM operations across UK ACCs and ANSPs. The role involves regular audits, licence assessments, and engagement with regulatory policy to ensure safety standards are met.

Travel frequency includes UK centres and occasional international assignments; a civil ATCO licence with ACS Endorsement is required. The position is permanent, full-time with hybrid office expectations at Gatwick/MANCHESTER/Stirling locations.

Qualifications

• Experience with UK En-Route ATS at Swanwick or Prestwick.
• Validated civil ATCO licence with an ACS Endorsement.
• Knowledge of UK/National Standards and CAP regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits/inspections for NATS ACCs and Airport ANSPs.
• Contribute to Performance Based Oversight as Technical Specialist.
• Assess competence for ATS licences, ratings and endorsements.
• Engage in regulatory policy discussions and cross-functional coordination.
• Assist investigations as required.

Skills

Regulatory oversight

Audits

Assessment of competence

Communication

Risk management

Auditing skills

Assessor Endorsement

Travel (UK/intl)

Education

Validated civil ATCO licence with ACS Endorsement

Tools

Auditing techniques

Risk management training

Job description

Civil Aviation Authority is seeking an Inspector ATS (EnRoute Operations) to oversee ATM operations across UK ACCs and ANSPs. The role involves regular audits, licence assessments, and engagement with regulatory policy to ensure safety standards are met.

Travel frequency includes UK centres and occasional international assignments; a civil ATCO licence with ACS Endorsement is required. The position is permanent, full-time with hybrid office expectations at Gatwick/MANCHESTER/Stirling locations.