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Engineer - North Atlantic Communications (NAC)

  • Ballygirreen, Co, Clare

    Closing date: 5/09/2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose
The Engineer North Atlantic Communications (NAC) will carry out the full engineering role with particular focus on Voice and Data Communications Systems (HF and VHF communications, IP networking, datacomms), Flight Data Processing, Network Security, Mechanical and Electrical, and Critical Systems Engineering.

The Engineer NAC is responsible and accountable for the monitoring and control of all operational Air Traffic Management Equipment and Systems and provides a call out service on a 24/7, 365 shift basis.

The Engineer NAC also provides technical expertise to Operations and is responsible for project delivery as required.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Engagement in project delivery through the full systems development lifecycle from system specification to testing and final transfer into operational service.
  • Ensure equipment and systems operate with minimum interruptions to service which may require technical analysis and corrective procedures having to be carried out during periods of reduced traffic to minimise down time.
  • Monitor and maintain equipment and systems, in a safety critical environment, to ensure the delivery of safe and high-quality customer service is provided by air traffic management.
  • Certify equipment and systems for use by NAC Operations to include communications, mechanical and electrical and flight data processing systems.
  • Analyse and resolve faults in a real time environment.
  • Carry out corrective and preventative maintenance duties and restoration of equipment/systems to service in the event of failure.
  • Communicate with key stakeholders expected return to service timescales of equipment and systems.
  • Coordination and supervision of third-party equipment manufacturers and contractors.
  • Provision of technical expertise during regulatory and internal compliance audits.
  • Other duties as may be assigned, where appropriate.
Reports To: Head of Operational Engineering or their designee

Direct Reports: Not Applicable

Relationships
Internal:  In addition to direct reporting relationships as above the post holder is required to liaise with all personnel and Directorates in the Company
External: The postholder is required to liaise with all appropriate external bodies, providers, suppliers, and companies

PERSON SPECIFICATON
Education, Knowledge, Experience & Skills
Essential
  • Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Network System Engineering, Electronic Systems Engineering or related technical discipline
  • Minimum 2 years work experience in the field of engineering
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
  • Proven ability to prioritise workload
  • Flexibility to operate in a 24/7, 365-day environment
  • Ability to undertake project systems engineering and project management tasks
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable:
  • Understanding of computer systems
  • Understanding of network systems
  • Understanding of radio communications (VHF, HF, antennas)
  • Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
  • Experience and knowledge of systems engineering in a regulated environment
  • Experience and understanding of systems integration, system test and evaluation methods.
  • Experience of safety critical systems operation and maintenance
  • An understanding of the Company’s customers and regulatory environment.
How to Apply:
Applications (Cover letter & CV), giving full details of experience and suitability for the position, should be emailed to the Human Resources Directorate at [email protected] no later than 12:00pm on Friday 5th September 2025.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Applicants must have the right to work and live in the EU.

AirNav Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer