AIR TRAFFIC AND NAVIGATION SERVICES COMPANY (ATNS)

 


 

JUNIOR ENGINEER: INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING

Listing reference: atns_000885

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 3 June 2026

Position summary

Industry: Aviation & Aerospace

Job category: Other: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing

Location: Bedfordview

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

 

Introduction

The primary focus shall be on the planning and design of communications, navigation and surveillance (CNS) systems that supports ICAO operational concepts.

 

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

 

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CHIEF DESIGNER (OPEN AD)

Listing reference: atns_000661

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 30 May 2026

Position summary

Industry: Aviation & Aerospace

Job category: Others: General Management

Location: Bedfordview

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

 

Introduction

Applications are invited for the Chief Designer (Grade 7) based at Bruma. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Head of Airspace Management & Technology Adoption. Purpose To manage, supervise, mentor, and lead Flight Procedure Design and Obstacle assessment that conceptualise, design and develop Instrument Flight Procedures and airspace. To ensure compliance to regulatory requirements of the Flight Procedure Design (PART 173), Charting (PART 177) and Aeronautical Information processes and output. To ensure the design and development of safe, efficient, effective and environmentally considerate Instrument Flight Procedures in accordance with ICAO DOC 8168 Volume I and II and Annex 6 criteria. Accountable for Flight Procedure Design approvals, Aeronautical Charts and delivery thereof to ATNS and the South African Civil Aviation Authority.

 

Job description

Flight Procedure Design - To manage and lead the flight procedure design section through enacting the Regulatory and SMS processes.  Accountable to Head ASM & TA with regard to managing the FPDO.  Reporting to Head ASM & TA and the SACAA including addressing safety concerns or identified deficiencies within the FPDO.  Accountable for overall progress, reporting and completion of projects, DOT KPI’s and client service requests as per contracted agreements.  Validation and approval of Flight Procedure Designs in accordance with all relevant ICAO SARPS, CARS and CATS requirements.  Ensure compliance of Procedure Design Reports, Charts, Textual Description, drawing file, methodology, assumptions, calculations, user request specifications, aeronautical data and obstacle assessments through quality assurance (checklist) in line with ATNS SMS.  To maintain record of all documentation for audits and SMS.  Provision of Procedure Design Approval Letter for submission to SACAA with approved Procedure Design Packages.  To verify and ensure by accepting responsibility and accountability that designs are produced in accordance with all relevant ICAO SARPS, CARS and CATS requirements.  Review and managing of procedure design processes and procedures.  Conduct safety assurance of proficiency assessments to ensure the continued maintenance of standards and regulation.  Evaluation of findings and documentation of mitigation action in accordance with Third Party Ground Validation Reports and/or the SACAA review approval reports.  To document areas of non-compliance to prevent reoccurrence of safety issues relating to Flight Procedure Design.  Ensure compliance with environmental regulations by ensuring that environmental & noise sensitive areas are identified & considered in designs.  Provide inputs into Safety Group Meeting as PANS-OPS representative.  Provide guidance with regards to safety assessments relating to Flight Procedure Design.  Provide guidance to ensure implementation of recommendations resulting from SACAA Part 173 and 177 audits.  Ensure compliance with all relevant ICAO SARPS, CARS and CATS requirements.       Provide inputs into the ATM and safety roadmaps.  Provide relevant inputs to ICAO state letters.  Manage and review the FPD/Charting training and standards maintenance program.  Identify, monitor assess and address designer/charting competency issues.  Develop, manage and oversee PANS-OPS and Charting OJT programmes.  Receive and disseminate 3rd party Applicants, and oversee the conduct of obstacle evaluations in accordance with ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and Annex 14 by obstacle evaluators

Marketing and client interaction (Internal and External) - Communicate FP Design services available to potential and existing clients.  Draft formal quotations based on client requests or instruction from BD.  Pursue new business opportunities in conjunction with Commercial Services.  Liaison with internal and external clients including proposals/quotes and associated meetings.  Advising and partaking of technical work groups and committees.  Provide input concerning ATM system development and implementation committees and work groups processing.

Flight Procedures Design, data management and Airspace Design  - Design Flight Procedures and Airspace as per AP005/FPD Operations Manual, including ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and ICAO DOC 9906 Vol I and ICAO DOC 9613 criteria accepting responsibility and accountability that designs are produced in accordance with the relevant criteria and the SACAA Manual of Procedures, that designs are compliant for the safe operation of aircraft.  Adherence to South African Civil Aviation Regulations.  Regular production of Design Drawings.  Production of detailed Flight Procedure Design reports, tabulations, textual descriptions and supplementary information for submission to the SACAA or external clients.  Production of Calculation records.                Provision of professional advice regarding Airspace Design in terms of PANS-OPS requirements.  Provision of consultation services internally/externally as and when required concerning Flight Procedure.  Consultation, co-ordination and liaison with clients.  Ensuring compliance with NEMPAA and other environmental considerations.  Verification of flight procedure designs.  Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design, AIS and ATM operational concepts.  Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design and airspace design.  Provision of technical advice and input to the airspace design function.  Provision of accountable advice and input to internal or external stakeholders regarding new, existing, amended or suspended instrument flight procedures.  Preparation of information regarding flight procedure design activities within ATNS at workshops.  Maintain Pans-Ops competency through training plan.

Research and position ATNS globally  - Conduct research into new technology, Instrument Flight Procedure developments and Aeronautical Navigation advancements.   Provide specialist consultancy services to ATNS and third parties.  Identify and undertake research and development projects where required that will advance the corporate safety objectives of ATNS.  Participate in Instrument Flight Procedure Panels/workshops/conferences as relevant.  Represent ATNS at local stakeholder forums.

Associated Management and General Duties - Provide input into PANS-OPS section budgeting requirements.  Plan and provide input on PANS·OPS/Charting section personnel requirements.  Effective Office Management and personnel resources, the creation, maintenance and review of Job Descriptions for Flight Procedure Specialists.  Engage Interviews applicable to the Flight Procedure Design.  Plan and provide input on PANS-OPS section training (in-house and external) and instructor training requirements.  Management of Flight Procedure Design office infrastructure including software requirements to ensure efficient operations.  Provide professional advice into the development of relevant Civil Aviation Legislation.  Implementation of all new ICAO developments and SARPS within the Flight Procedure Design and   Cartography Scope. Establishment, amendment or change of FPD/Charting internal operations manual.   Establishment, amendment or change of FPD management procedures as and when required.  Establish and maintain training manuals as required, including progress tests, reports, and training logs as per South African Civil Aviation Regulations and ICAO DOC 9906 Vol II for in-house and external training.  Record Management of the Flight Procedure Design and Charting Office, as per ISO, Legislation and the ATNS filing system.  Assessing of proficiency for internal and external FPS trainees.  Amendments, Maintenance and Input to internal Quality Assurance procedures concerning FPD/Charting in accordance with ISO 9001:2015.

 

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor Administration or equivalent tertiary qualification                
  • BASIC and Advanced PANS-OPS. Course required in line with ICAO requirements, having completed the 18 months mentorship.
  • Training in Procedure Design aided software, preferably PFDAM
  •  On-the-job Instructor course

 Years of Experience

  • 5 Years PANS-OPS Design experience (Senior)
  • 3 Years in air traffic service environment; preferably air traffic control in approach/procedural/radar control environment, or Aircrew (Pilot/Navigator: Instrument environment) operational experience. 
  • 2 Years OJTI experience

 

 

If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998 are encouraged to apply.

 

 People living with disabilities will be given preference in line with the with the EE Plan.

 

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CHARTING SPECIALIST

Listing reference: atns_000884

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 28 May 2026

Position summary

Industry: Aviation & Aerospace

Job category: Other: Design, Architecture and Property

Location: Bedfordview

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

 

Introduction

Applications are invited for the position of Charting Specialist (Grade 8) based at Bruma. The successful applicants will be reporting to the Chief Designer. To create and maintain aeronautical charts and chart templates including South African AIP chart management in accordance with Annex 4, Annex 15, ICAO DOC 8168 Volume I and II and DOC 9906 criteria. Draft Airspace and Aeronautical charts including graphics, on behalf of both internal and external customers to ATNS. Liaison and Project management in consultation with the client. Creating custom maps & Reporting on Data Quality, Analysis, Interpretation, Progress, Specifications. The Aeronautical Cartography Specialist undertakes to represent ATNS professionally and wisely, within various user consultation meetings, or consultations including foreign interactions, including but not limited to ATC's and ATC managers, Airlines, Operators, Airport Authorities, the SACAA, workgroups and workshops, forums, and also undertakes as part of the above mentioned interactions, to design aeronautical charts in accordance with laid down criteria and agreed User Requirement Specifications.

 

Job description

Major Activities

Aeronautical Charting - Produce detailed Aeronautical Charts accompanied by tabulation pages, textual descriptions, and supplementary information for submission to the SACAA or external clients. Produce charts for publication in accordance with ICAO SARPS (Standards and Recommended Practices) to ensure the safe operation of aircraft. Design and maintain charts for Instrument Approach Flight Procedures, SID, STAR, Enroute and Aerodromes for the Integrated Aeronautical Information Package as per ICAO Annex 4, Annex 15, including ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and ICAO DOC 9906 criteria. Design and maintain Radar Terrain Charts. Share Aeronautical Charts Data in AIXM format. Maintain RSA Instrument Flight Procedure, SID, STAR and Enroute and Aerodromes charts on the Cartography Database. Maintain current RSA published Topographical/Aeronautical Maps database as per AP020. Liaise and consult with clients regarding the development of aeronautical charts. Conduct research into new technology, Instrument Flight Procedure developments and Aeronautical Charting advancements. Design and maintain aeronautical charts to meet Dept of Transport KPIs which include draft charts during design phase, up to and including the final chart version for publication in the Integrated Aeronautical Information Publication (IAIP). Update Cartography Database using AIXM snapshots from CAD and AeroDB Database as per SLA. Maintain Aeronautical Supplementary Database (ASD) on the Cartography Database e.g. Digital Terrain Model (DTM) raster/format, and Contours Vector Terrain data. Maintain aeronautical charts in the Integrated Aeronautical Information Publication (IAIP) in compliance with Part 177 CATS. Implement NOTAM and Supplement chart amendments procedural and non-procedural from AIS office daily reports. Review initial and final draft charts (peer review). Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design and AIM.

AIM consulting and client interaction - Communicate charting services available to potential and existing clients as per AP020.Provide a charting design consultation service to clients when required. Provide specialist technical advice regarding Aeronautical Charts in accordance with ICAO requirements. Liaise with clients on chart design requirements and specifications

Geographic Information Systems and Terrain data - Compile maps for internal and external clients. Create Locality Maps, Topographical Maps, Navigational/Thematic Maps for situational awareness purposes. Convert tabular data to map format. Perform DTM acquisition and request accuracy/validity certificate from service providers. Analyze radar terrain chart sectors. Conduct spatial and attribute data analysis, interpretation, capturing, integration, and manipulation. Regularly import Aerodrome Mapping Data on the (ASD) from the source to Cartography Database. Conduct regular backups and ensure disaster recovery plans are in place. Diagnose and resolve database-related issues promptly. Generate reports for management or stakeholders as required. Implement access controls to secure data from unauthorized access

Governance, Compliance, and General duties - Ensure maintenance of Records Management of the Charting Office and all documents as per ISO, legislative, and ATNS filing system requirements. Ensure compliance with ICAO Recommended Practices (SARPS) and the Manual of Procedures & Standards (MOPS). Maintain relevant QA standards in compliance with ISO 9001/2000 Continually update and develop the Aeronautical Cartography Manual of Standards in line with the ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS) Provide input into budgeting, training and human resources requirements. Conduct Centralised Aeronautical Database charting training for identified personnel and clients. Assist in any additional tasks as may be required from time to time within the area of responsibility.

 

Minimum requirements

·       Tertiary qualification in GIS/Geospatial and Cartography

·       Completion of the ICAO accredited Aeronautical Cartography course

·       Minimum 4 years’ experience of which 2 years in aviation operations and 2 years in aeronautical cartography

·       In lieu of experience in aviation operations, candidate should have undergone an apprenticeship that constitutes a minimum of three years on-the-job training in aeronautical cartography

·       Experience in data management and utilisation of data is required

·       Demonstrable proficiency in the use of ArcGIS software

·        Proficiency in database systems, data modelling, and analysis is required

 

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