Principal Engineer / Communications Systems

Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation authority in Singapore is seeking a professional to manage and maintain mission-critical communications systems. The role involves project management, enhancing software and hardware systems, and collaboration with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a strong background in systems and networks, a keen interest in radiocommunication technologies, and exceptional analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong systems, network and cybersecurity background preferred.
• Keen interest in radiocommunication technologies and international regulations.
• Self-motivated and strong team player who can work effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Operations and maintenance of 24/7 mission-critical communications systems.
• Participate in investigation and problem resolution of technical issues.
• Enhancement of software and hardware components of existing communications systems.
• Contract management for operations and maintenance and new projects.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for suitability in communications systems.

Skills

Systems and network background

Cybersecurity knowledge

Interest in radiocommunication technologies

Analytical skills

Writing and presentation skills

Organizational and multitasking ability

Job description

What The Role Is

The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore's raison d'etre is to develop the air hub and aviation industry in Singapore, expanding Singapore's links to the rest of the world. We enable opportunities through aviation, making connections, opening doors and enabling choices in people's lives.

You will become part of the team responsible for project management and maintenance of our 24/7 mission‑critical communications systems. Your role will include delivering and maintaining communications systems in compliance with international standards, such as those set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and International Telecommunications Union (ITU), as well as adhering to best practices. Additionally, you will work to enhance both software and hardware components of existing communications systems.

As part of your responsibilities, you are required to collaborate closely with a range of stakeholders, including operational users, in‑house development teams, equipment suppliers, contractors, as well as external parties from Singapore Public Service agencies and international counterparts.

What You Will Be Working On

• Operations and maintenance of 24/7 mission‑critical communications systems
• Participate in investigation and problem resolution of technical issues
• Enhancement of both software and hardware components of existing communications systems
• Contract management for operations and maintenance, systems enhancements and new projects
• Evaluate emerging technologies to assess suitability for use in existing or new communications systems
• Undertake ICAO activities related to communications systems and other aeronautical‑ related systems

What We Are Looking For

• Strong systems, network and cybersecurity background preferred
• Keen interest in radiocommunication technologies and international regulations
• Self‑motivated and strong team player who is able to work effectively at all levels of an organisation
• Strong analytical, writing and presentation skills
• Ability to coordinate, organise, prioritise and multi‑task