Junior Engineer: Infrastructure Planning
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
Infrastructure (CNS, Display and General) and facilities planning, as well as the planning of CAPEX projects. To develop an understanding of the ATM community and the infrastructure (CNS, Display and General) and ATM technology needs. Assist in the preparation of the ATNS CAPEX plan. Participate (under guidance of the Senior Engineer: Infrastructure Planning) on an ad-hoc basis in the preparation of the ATNS triennial submission (Permission Application) to the Regulating Committee. Participate (under guidance of the Senior Engineer: Infrastructure Planning) in the preparation of the project plan, user requirement statements (URS), functional specifications, business cases and the delivery note. Participate in site acceptance and commissioning tests of Infrastructure (CNS, Display and General and facilities) systems and equipment to ensure requirements as specified are met. Participate in the review of IRM documents. Perform obstacle evaluations to determine the risks posed to CNS infrastructure.
Infrastructure (CNS, Display and General) Research and development). Assist in the preparation of plans, processes, procedures and safety cases for introducing innovative technology and concepts into the operational environment. Attend seminars, conferences, workshops, etc on related matters if applicable.
Manage Operational Budget. Provide input into the annual budget process. Assist in the control of expenditure in accordance with financial policies and procedures.
Leadership. Identify personal training and development needs and requirements. Promote the ATNS corporate culture within area of responsibility in support of corporate objectives.
Administration and Reporting - Prepare and submit reports to meetings as required. Make submissions for approval to appropriate authorizing authorities. Prepare ad hoc reports as required by clients and management. Support and ensure compliance with the ATNS Quality Management System. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
Minimum requirements
Formal Qualifications
· Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc (Eng)) or Bachelor of Engineering (B Eng) or B. Tech in Electrical, Electronic, Aeronautical, Software or Computer Engineering.
· Eligible for admission to the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) to register as a Candidate Engineer.
Minimum Experience
- At least 2 years engineering knowledge of ATNS communications, navigation and surveillance (CNS) systems;
- Substantial knowledge of project management principles;
- Substantial experience in user requirement analysis and specifications writing.
Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience and Personal Qualities
Be assertive and professionally oriented with good interpersonal or people skills. Should be innovative, initiative and quality orientated. Good planning, organizing and time management skills. Good verbal and written communication and project management skills. Be Computer literate (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Project, Outlook and Google earth) and be skilled in technical report writing and formal presentation