Global Head Air Traffic Management (ATM)

IATA • Montreal, QC

45d

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Flight & Technical Operations, you will be responsible for helping to define, implement and coordinate all aspects of the IATA ATM strategy. You will also be responsible for leading initiatives to help define the IATA and the industry strategy for embracing the opportunities and challenges of the new emerging technologies, such as but not limited to eVTOL, supersonic and commercial space flights.
You will ensure IATA positions and policies related to ATM are taken into consideration during the planning and implementation of ATM services, systems, and associated infrastructure. Specifically, the role will be responsible for ensuring harmonization between US NextGen, EU SESAR and ICAO Global Air Navigation Plan (including ASBU).

Requirements

• 10 years professional experience with a strong background and aviation industry knowledge, including Air Traffic Management operations
• A university degree in business, aviation, or engineering
• Knowledge and credibility to be able to lead IATA presentations with global stakeholders, influence key industry stakeholders and manage an internal team of subject matter experts
• Ability to drive collaborations and knowledge exchange across IATA, including our regions as well as with external partners is essential
• Comprehensive understanding of economic considerations related to ATM / ATS service provision as well as current and future business models, including the impact of increasing levels of automation
• Appropriate IT skills, particularly in with MS Office.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience of managing and implementing projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global team to help define IATA long-term strategy for ATM and the key priorities in the short and medium term
• Ensure the coordination of all advisory Council and working group activities related to this area
• Ensure member requirements for Communication, Navigation and Surveillance are fully understood and concisely communicated within industry
• In close coordination with ICAO and relevant stakeholders monitor the implementation of the ICAO Global Air Navigation Plan, NextGen, SESAR and other regional/national ATM modernization plans
• Develop and coordinate, as appropriate actions plans to ensure IATA positions and policies are considered during the planning and implementation of the above-mentioned ATM programs and plans
• Identify and support the Director of Flight & Technical Operations to drive new initiatives to enhance safety and efficiency
• Lead and coordinate the establishment and promotion of IATA ATM charges positions and together with OSS Data team, establish appropriate KPIs to monitor ATM performance
• Contribute to the development of CNS/ATM policies and guidance material
• Maintain close working relationships with ANSPs, airlines and key industry stakeholders such as the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the International Coordinating Council of Aerospace Industries Associations (ICCAIA), the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO), the International Federation of Airline Pilots' Associations (IFALPA), the Airports Council International (ACI) and EUROCONTROL the European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager