Government Safety Inspector Operations — Air Operator Certification

Responsibilities

• Lead the iPack team in implementing Annex 6, Part 1 requirements and developing appropriate regulations and guidance materials
• Evaluate prospective Operators Pre-assessment Statement forms and Operations Manuals
• Identify and address deficiencies in air operator certification and oversight systems
• Direct the development of training, knowledge, and skill testing materials for air operator inspectors
• Evaluate air operator quality and safety management systems, including Cabin Attendant Manuals and Minimum Equipment Lists
• Develop processes for the issuance of air operator certificates and Standard Operating Procedures
• Coordinate and report on the successful deployment of the OPS iPack, including preparing work plans and deployment reports

Requirements

• First-level university degree in Aviation, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent technical qualification like an Airline Transport Pilot License)
• 10+ years of experience in a senior position within a CAA Department of Air Operator Certification
• 3+ years of experience as a flight operations inspector with a CAA
• Extensive experience in flight operations inspections, audits, accident/incident investigation, and safety management systems
• Experience in the preparation and implementation of flight safety regulations and operating manuals
• Air transport pilot license with ratings on medium/large modern aircraft and 3,000+ flying hours
• Sound knowledge of ICAO Annex 6 and related guidance material
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Preferred Qualifications

• ICAO USOAP CMA Computer Based Training certificate
• Management or supervisory experience in an airline
• Participation in OPS-related subject matter expert groups
• Experience in international technical assistance or cooperation projects
• Knowledge of other UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish)

About the Company

ICAO's Capacity Development and Implementation Programme provides advice and assistance in the development and implementation of projects across the full spectrum of civil aviation aimed at the safety, security, environmental protection, and sustainable development of national and international civil aviation.