AAM Integration Consultant, ANB

The Air Navigation Bureau (ANB) is responsible for providing technical guidance to the Air Navigation Commission (ANC), the Council, and the Assembly. ANB provides technical expertise in aviation-related disciplines to States, industry and all elements of the Organization. The Bureau is also responsible for maintaining and implementing the Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP) and Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP), including its aviation system block upgrades as well as producing yearly safety and air navigation status reports. The ANB develops technical studies and proposals for Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), and Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS) for further processing by the governing bodies of ICAO. 

The Bureau also develops related procedures and guidance material and manages the Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) and Continuous Monitoring Approach that monitors all States on a continuous basis. The ANB is also responsible for the development of guidance material supporting optimized airspace organization and management, thereby maximizing air traffic management performance of airspace and international traffic flows and supporting the growth of traffic without compromising safety. 

The Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Section serves as the focal point for all RPAS-related matters at ICAO and is responsible for the development of Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS) and guidance material related to the operation, certification and airworthiness of RPAS, C2 Links, detect and avoid system requirements, licensing and training of remote pilots and air traffic management integration issues, amongst others. The RPAS section also serves as the focal point within the Organization for unmanned/remotely piloted aviation and advanced air mobility (AAM) and is responsible for managing and coordinating developments in these areas. 

The Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Integration Consultant reports directly to the Chief, RPAS section, providing technical advice and services in relation to AAM integration. The incumbent supports the Secretary of the AAM SG and RPAS Panel, and prepares briefing material and working papers. S/he carries out duties and responsibilities in support of related matters, as assigned to her/him by the Supervisor. The incumbent collaborates closely with other Technical Officers in the Air Navigation Bureau and other Bureaux, as well as with Regional Offices for all RPAS, UAS and AAM-related matters. 

Contributes to the development of working papers on RPAS, UAS and AAM matters related to integration by providing technical input for the ICAO Council, Air Navigation Commission (ANC) and international meetings, achieving results such as: 

• Provide technical input to working papers, State letters and other documentation required to present Annex and PANS amendment proposals to the ANC and ICAO Council. 


• Prepare technical studies and working papers for the ANC and international meetings relating to RPAS, UAS, AAM and related subjects. 


• Provide input to facilitate technical discussions during ICAO meetings and conferences. 


• Participate in the discussion of such papers and provide support, information/documentation, as needed. 


• Provide and support further development of the ASBU modules related to the integration of RPAS into non-segregated airspace and at aerodromes; and 


• Provide comprehensive analysis of issues raised by States and international organizations and provide recommendations for appropriate solutions.      

Coordinates the integration of AAM, achieving results such as:  

• Support the Secretary of the AAM SG in the development of necessary provisions and guidance material. 


• Prepare high-level technical working papers, information papers and briefings for the AAM SG and its working groups. 


• Conduct necessary follow-up on actions resulting from the discussion of the papers and related recommendations, decisions or outcomes reached during meetings. 


• Support the drafting of the expert group meeting;


• Provide technical input in the coordination and review of all draft guidance material provided.  


• Contribute to and/or develop relevant documentation for publication; and 


• Support the AAM SG Secretary in developing an ICAO AAM strategy and roadmap. 

Collaborates on matters related to the harmonization of manned and unmanned material, achieving results such as: 

• Liaise with Technical Officers and expert groups in the Air Navigation and Air Transport Bureaux to assure consistency between manned and unmanned SARPs, PANS and guidance material; and


• Liaise with the Legal Affairs and External Relations Bureau (LEB) to assure compatibility between provisions and guidance material, on one hand, and the Convention on International Civil Aviation, on the other hand;  and


• Coordinate the integration of the AAM framework development and ensure AAM multidisciplinary coordination.

Acts as subject matter expert on RPAS, UAS and AAM-related matters, providing recommendations for mitigating potential risks to aviation safety issues related to RPAS, UAS and AAM, achieving results such as:

• Contribute to the technical expertise of others by providing aviation expertise in order to mitigate risks to RPAS, UAS and AAM developments.


• Keep abreast of significant trends and technological developments in the area of RPAS, UAS and AAM for technical discussions and future possible recommendations.


• Advise and mentor staff on ICAO processes and technical matters.


• Provide training, internal or external, as required.


• Participate in/attend ICAO seminars, workshops, and meetings as required and provide technical feedback to the RPAS programme,


• Participate in the conduct of seminars and workshops in all ICAO Regions as required; and


• Draft and review ICAO publications related to RPAS, UAS and AAM.

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

A first-level university degree in an aviation-related field, or a scientific or technical discipline.

Essential:

• A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in roles of increasing responsibility in the field of aviation safety, air navigation, air transport, or a related area, with an international or regional organization, national government, or major service provider (airport, airline, or air navigation services provider), or relevant aviation industry.


• Experience working with high-level government or diplomatic officials in a national government and/or international organization with increasing responsibility.


• Experience in the development and delivery of initiatives aimed at enhancing civil aviation at the international, regional or national level.


• Experience in implementing aviation safety policies, frameworks or regulation, with a focus on multi-disciplinary considerations.

Desirable:

• Experience in working within a large aviation-related international organization. 


• Experience in working with multinational expert groups to identify solutions or develop deliverables. 


• Experience in aviation operations as a pilot, engineer or air traffic controller. 

Professionalism: Knowledge regulatory framework related AAM, UTM, RPAS and UAS. Knowledge of the management of projects at national, regional or international level. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Essential

• Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English. 

Desirable

• A working knowledge of any other language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).

It should be noted that this consultancy is to be filled for an initial period of eleven (11) months with a possibility of an extension. This is a full-time position.

Please note that the daily rate for Band C varies from CA$ 402 to CA$ 578.