Specialist Technology : Surveillance Faor (Re-Advertisement)

Atns Soc Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation technology company in South Africa seeks an experienced professional to support Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance systems vital for Air Traffic Control. Responsibilities include ensuring system effectiveness, translating user requirements, and providing specialist advice on technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have a B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Engineering, along with 5 years of experience in electronic engineering and in-depth knowledge of ATM processes. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders, managing system capacity forecasts, and conducting training programs.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in a high-technology electronic engineering environment.
• In-depth knowledge of planning, implementing, and supporting CNS and ATM systems.
• Specialised knowledge of ATM / CNS system architecture and configuration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure CNS display systems are effective for Air Traffic Management services.
• Translate user requirements into functional specifications.
• Provide input to RFP specifications and participate in FAT/SAT.
• Recommend technology direction related to systems and integration technologies.

Skills

High-technology electronic engineering environment

Knowledge of ATC/ATM processes and procedures

System architecture knowledge

Process optimisation

Education

B.Sc. / B.Eng. in Engineering / Electrical / Electronic

BTech in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

B.Sc. in Computer Science

Engineering Council of SA registration

Post-graduate qualification in Engineering or Technology Management

Job description

Position summary

Job category :

Operations Management

Location : Kempton Park

Contract : Permanent

EE position : No

Introduction

To ensure that ATNS Communication, Navigation, Surveillance (CNS) display systems are effective and optimal for enabling Air Traffic Control / Air Traffic Management services.

Major Activities

Review user requirements and provide specialist input

Translate user requirements into functional specifications and assist ETS CNS with technical design specifications

Recommend architecture deployment planning methodologies in support of ETS engineering projects delivery

Provide input to RFP specifications and review

Participating in FAT / SAT

Serve on the ATNS corporate design authority on engineering for system area of responsibility

Analyse and recommend system capacity forecast models based on utilisation trends

Assist in proper planning for capacity expansion projects as well as support the change control process

Provide 3rd line support for disaster recovery, test and evaluation and simulator datasets, as well as technical services fault management where required

Obtain the input required from technical services to analyse and make recommendations on all escalated operational system faults and potential problems affecting system performance

Test and validate changes, including software releases, to the system specific database, prior to implementation

Plan, together with engineering, and co-ordinate and evaluate all radar flight trials with Operations

Develop testing methods for the effective evaluation of system and equipment performance

Participate in site acceptance and commissioning tests of new CNS systems and equipment to ensure that specified requirements are met

Provide guidance to technicians and support engineers on correct fault escalation and develop necessary training programs in areas of gaps

Assume technical and expert lead on proactive problem identification, problem analysis and solution recommendation

Draft white papers and position papers on area of specialist responsibility

Participate in CNS / ATM forum's such as ICAO, ITU-T reviewing specification and agenda items

Provide expert specialist advice and / or support in technology solution alternatives and support new research solutions

Recommend technology direction related to systems OS, database platforms, applications servers and integration technologies Its on systems and equipment as requested and proactively when the need arises

Initiate and conduct research and compile documentation for proposed technological changes related to systems

Analyse current system functionality and establish gaps

Develop methods necessary for process optimisation and automation to improve efficiency

Support key commercial requirements of customers across South Africa, the AFI region and other identified markets

Provide specialist advice and support to clients external to ATNS

Implement customer requirements as agreed with the customer

Develop operational training as required

Conduct training programs, guidance and mentoring for technicians and as required

Develop and maintain sound relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to support ongoing alignment and collaboration

Minimum Qualifications :

B.Sc.

/ B.Eng.

in Engineering / Electrical / Electronic or related field or BTech in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or B.Sc.

in Computer Science

Engineering Council of SA Professional registration as an Engineer will be an advantage

Post-graduate qualification in Engineering or Technology Management will be an added advantage

Experience :

5 years' experience in :

High-technology electronic engineering environment with in-depth knowledge and understanding of planning, specifying, acquiring, implementing, and supporting CNS and ATM systems

Multi-rated ATC, proceduraland radar environment with an in-depth understanding of ATC / ATM processes and procedures

Specialised knowledge of ATM / CNS system architechture, administraton and configuration control, as well as a research and development

Knowledge of current systems and future trends, and th interaction between airborne aircraft systems and ATM support options / requirements / efficiency drivers