Airfield Systems Project Nanager (AIRPORTS / AVIATION)

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

• Leads the overall delivery of the Airfield/Airside systems scope within a major airport systems integration programme.
• Manages design reviews, technical compliance assessments, interface coordination activities, and systems integration planning across all assigned airfield systems packages.
• Oversees the implementation, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational handover of airfield operational systems including A-SMGCS, ALCMS, ATMS, AOS, AWOS/MET, ATIS, ILS, VDGS, PBB, FHS, RTMIS, SNIB, RVT, AICS, TVAO, and Flightradar24 data integration feeds.
• Coordinates Interface Control Document (ICD) development and interface management activities between airfield systems, terminal systems, operational technologies, ICT infrastructure, and third-party platforms.
• Manages coordination with ANSP stakeholders, ATC operations teams, aviation authorities, EPC contractors, technology vendors, and specialist consultants to ensure alignment of programme delivery activities.
• Leads integration coordination with key technology providers and operational stakeholders including NERA, ADB Safegate, Leonardo, and associated specialist systems vendors.
• Monitors systems integration dependencies, interface risks, operational constraints, and programme sequencing activities associated with airfield operations.
• Supports the development and execution of integrated testing and commissioning strategies including FAT, SAT, integrated systems testing, operational trials, and phased activation activities.
• Ensures all airfield systems comply with applicable aviation regulations, airport operational standards, cybersecurity requirements, and programme governance procedures.
• Facilitates resolution of technical, operational, interface, and vendor coordination issues impacting systems delivery or operational readiness.
• Supports risk management activities by identifying integration risks, operational impacts, and mitigation measures associated with airfield systems implementation.
• Provides leadership and direction to systems integration teams, testing & commissioning personnel, specialist consultants, and vendor coordination resources.
• Participates in stakeholder meetings, technical workshops, operational readiness reviews, and programme governance forums.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Aviation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline from a recognized university.
• Minimum 18 years of professional experience in airport systems delivery, aviation infrastructure, operational technologies, or complex systems integration programmes.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in major international airport programmes involving airfield systems, operational technologies, or airport systems integration.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex airside systems within operational airport environments.
• Experience coordinating with ANSP stakeholders, ATC operations teams, airport operators, and aviation regulatory authorities is required.
• Experience managing specialist airport systems vendors and multidisciplinary contractor interfaces is essential.
• GCC airport programme experience is highly desirable.
• Must possess strong client-facing communication and stakeholder coordination capabilities.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Ability to coordinate complex multidisciplinary interfaces across vendors, contractors, operational stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
• Strong analytical, technical problem-solving, and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within complex programme delivery environments.
• Strong understanding of aviation operational standards, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Ability to review and interpret complex technical documentation, integration procedures, and systems architecture deliverables.