Assistant Manager - Air Traffic Management

IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd); Gurugram District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) in Gurugram seeks an Assistant Manager- Air Traffic Management to support flight operations by preparing CATFM data, coordinating flight planning, and engaging in collaborative decision making with stakeholders. You will optimize slot usage and airspace flow.

The role requires a licensed flight dispatcher or ATC, with proficiency in aviation software and MS Office tools. Collaboration with ATFM units and participation in meetings are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed dispatcher/ATC with validity to operate in ATFM environment.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; aviation software experience.
• Experience coordinating flight plans and CDM/ATFM discussions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CATFM data and manage portal inputs for real-time demand-capacity data.
• Coordinate filing of flight plans for all operating flights in the planning window.
• Represent airline in ATFM/CDM discussions and provide operational insights.
• Collaborate on CTOT and GDP measures to optimize runway slots and ATFM measures.
• Coordinate airspace use plans and assess CDRS suitability for network efficiency.
• Participate in aviation meetings with ATC, FOPC, ROC to support safety and efficiency.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Aviation software

Education

Licensed Flight Dispatcher

Air Traffic Controller License

Tools

Skyflow Portal

Flight planning software

Job description

Role/ Designation: Assistant Manager- Air Traffic Management

Location: Gurugram

Brief about the role:

To support efficient flight operations by preparing and managing ATFM data, coordinating flight planning activities, actively engaging in collaborative decision making (CDM), and working with internal and external stakeholders to optimize runway slot usage and airspace flow.

Qualifications & Experience:

Licensed Flight Dispatcher/Air Traffic Controller

Skill Set

• Proficient in Microsoft word, Excell and Power Point
• Proficiency in using aviation-related software and tools.

Job Responsibility

Preparation of CATFM Data and Portal Management

Compile, validate, and upload accurate CATFM data into the Skyflow Portal to ensure real-time demand-capacity information is available for operational use.

Flight Plan Coordination

Ensure flight plans are filed for all operating flights within the relevant planning window.

Communicate promptly with the CATFM centre regarding flight cancellations or changes to support effective slot utilization and avoid unnecessary ATFM constraints.

Participation in ATFM/CDM Discussions

Actively represent the airline during ATFM and airport-level collaborative decision-making discussions.

Provide operational insights and feedback when ATFM measures are implemented to achieve optimal traffic flow outcomes.

Collaborate on CTOT and GDP Measures

Work with flow managers and ATFM units to adjust Collaborative Target Take-Off Times CTOTs as required and seek possible exemptions or modifications under the Ground Delay Program GDP to support operational efficiency.

Airspace Management Coordination

Maintain awareness of Airspace Use Plans (AUP) to identify opportunities for CDR usage.

Flight Suitability for CDR Planning

Assess flight schedules and operational constraints to identify flights that are suitable for planning on Conditional Routes (CDRs) based on current AUP information, helping improve network efficiency and reduce delays.

Participate in various Aviation meetings

Attend and contribute to various aviation-related meetings - including with Air Traffic Control (ATC), internal safety committees, Flight Operations Planning Committees (FOPC), and Regional Operations Control (ROC) to support coordinated decision-making and to foster a strong safety culture.