Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a range of complex airports and airspace projects from initial concept to final implementation, working in close collaboration with diverse stakeholders including Air Navigation Service Providers, airports, airlines, and the CAA.
• Support clients to assess potential opportunities and determine exact requirements.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to provide evidentially based assessments of current and future capabilities when writing reports and completing studies.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to help deliver client strategic objectives during aerodrome development projects.
• Conduct feasibility analysis to determine prioritised alternative courses of action.
• Provide expert support as necessary to enhance operational and business resilience.
• Facilitate effective communication engagement and consultation, when necessary, with key aviation and non-aviation stakeholders.
• Produce high-quality written documentation in support of all project activities.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring high-quality, on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Stay informed on the latest developments in the airports and airspace market with respect to evolving policy, regulatory requirements, and the application of best practice.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required

• Proven consultancy or managerial experience in an aviation, airport, or airspace related field.
• Thorough understanding of CAA airspace design regulations and processes.
• Practical application and knowledge of ICAO Annex 14 aerodrome design requirements.
• Experience of safeguarding requirements from an airport/regulatory perspective.
• Expertise or experience in safety case development and assessment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong project management skills with an appropriate qualification, and a track record of delivering to time, cost and quality.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Desirable

• A background in air traffic control within either the civil or military environment.
• Expertise in aviation Safety Management Systems, including Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance.
• Experience with data-driven safety methodologies.
• Experience with airspace modelling tools and software.

Benefits

At [Employer hidden], we believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing. Alongside our competitive salaries we offer a comprehensive benefits package including Company Profit Share Scheme, Generous Holiday Allowance with the ability to buy and sell holiday, Employee Assistance Programme, 24 Hour access to GP and Mental Health support along with access to hundreds of high street discounts, private healthcare provided by Bupa and more.

About Sagentia

Sagentia is a leading global science, technology and regulatory consultancy. We excel in research and development, regulatory and safety services, and technical programme delivery. Combining deep technical and scientific expertise with specialist industry knowledge, Sagentia’s consulting teams deliver best-in-class results against complex briefs. Our culture is innovation-rich and outcomes-focused.