Aircraft Pilot Science & Engineering Technicians

The body of legislation and regulations that apply to the field of civil aviation at regional, national, European and International levels. Understand that regulations aimed at protecting citizens at all …

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Understand the tasks performed by air traffic controllers, including Interaction and effective communication between aircraft and air traffic controllers; execution of follow-up activities, and ensuring smooth operations during flights.

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Know air transport laws and regulations. Due to the nature of aviation, knowledge of air transport laws partially overlaps with knowledge of international law.

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Know the setting, features and operation of aircraft flight control systems. Manage flight control surfaces, cockpit controls, connections, and operating mechanisms required to control the flight direction of an aircraft. …

Know the geographic area in detail; know where different organisations carry out operations.

Know civil aviation regulations, rules and signals, including marshalling signals.

Act in compliance with instruction provided by air traffic controllers.

Conduct tasks and procedures to ensure that aviation certificates maintain their validity; undertake safeguarding measures as appropriate.

Be aware of your position and the space around you. Understand the relationship of objects around you when there is a change of position.

Operates control panels in the cockpit or flight deck according to the needs of the flight. Manage on-board electronic systems to ensure a smooth flight.

Operate radar screens and other radar equipment; ensure that aircraft fly at a safe distance from one another.

Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio …

Operate radio navigation instruments to determine the position of aircraft in the airspace.

Use radios that can receive and transmit sound signals in order to communicate with similar radios on the same frequency such as mobile phones and walkie talkies.

Perform normal and cross-wind take-off and landing operations.

Read 3D-displays and understand the information they provide on positions, distances, and other parameters.

Read maps effectively.

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

Control train movements; operate railway signals and block systems to ensure that trains operate safely, on correct routes, and on time.

Ensure best practice standards are adopted and all regulatory requirements met

Apply a series of airfield safety rules and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for airport crew.

Ensure that operation certificates are valid, guarantee that take-off mass is a maximum of 3,175 kg, verify that the minimum crew is adequate according to regulations and needs, ensure that …

Know airport planning for different types of aircrafts; use that information to mobilise resources and people in order to handle the aircrafts while they are in the airport.

Understand aviation meteorology to deal with the impact of weather on air traffic management (ATM). Understand how thorough changes in pressure and temperature values at airports can create variations in …

Understand pre-flight duties while preparing an IFR flight; read and comprehend flight manual.

Understand different modalities of transport such as air, sea, or intermodal freight transport. Specialise in one of the modalities and possess a deeper knowledge of the details and procedures of …

Know about geostationary satellites and how they function; moving in the same direction as rotation of the Earth. Understand how they are used for telecommunication and commercial purposes.

The code language used in specific intelligence or military organisations and operations, how to use and decipher them.

Know that Mode A/C Secondary Surveillance Radar stations continuously interrogate all aircraft within their range. Know that Mode S Secondary Surveillance Radar stations carry out interrogations of aircraft within their …

The operations, procedures and compliant behaviour of a military air force, and of a specific air force base.

The rules and regulations concerning military aviation procedures, such as military air space, aviation procedures in civilian air space, and specific military aviation equipment.

Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.

Read and comprehend job-related reports, analyse the content of reports and apply findings to daily work operations.

Know and apply the accepted standards and regulations for European airports. Apply knowledge to enforce airport rules, regulations, and the Airport Safety Plan.

Apply the principles and rules that govern the activities and processes of an organisation.

Apply transport industry management concepts in order to improve transportation processes, reduce waste, increase efficiency, and improve schedule preparation.

Solve mathematical problems to achieve safe navigation.

Competent use of English; R351refers to level C1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.

Follow checklists and ensure compliance with all the items included in them.

Deal with challenging circumstances in which to perform work, such as night work, shift work, and atypical working conditions.

Ensure that every aircraft complies with applicable regulation and all components and equipment have officially valid components.

Use different kinds of firearms and other types of weapons and their matching ammunition, in compliance with legal requirements.

Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.

Embrace a leadership role in the organisation and with colleagues as to provide coaching and direction to subordinates aiming at the achievement of specific objectives.

Comply with airport safety procedures, policies and legislation to ensure a safe working environment for all employees, and to ensure the safety of passengers.

Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.

Give instructions to subordinates by employing various communication techniques. Adjust communication style to the target audience in order to convey instructions as intended.

Administer complaints and negative feedback from customers in order to address concerns and where applicable provide a quick service recovery.

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

Spot threats related to security at the airport and apply procedures to counteract them in a quick, safe, and efficient way.

Identify security threats during investigations, inspections, or patrols, and perform the necessary actions to minimise or neutralise the threat.

Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.

Give attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of customers, …

Build a lasting and meaningful relationship with customers in order to ensure satisfaction and fidelity by providing accurate and friendly advice and support, by delivering quality products and services and …

Make immediate operating decisions as necessary without reference to others, taking into account the circumstances and any relevant procedures and legislation. Determine alone which option is the best for a …

Predict and manage financial risks, and identify procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.

Patrol a designated area, watch out for and respond to suspicious and dangerous situations, and communicate with emergency response organisations.

Perform flight manoeuvres in critical situations, and associated 'upset' manoeuvres, in order to avoid collision.

Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.

Perform checks before and during flight: conduct pre-flight and in-flight inspections of aircraft performance, route and fuel usage, runway availability, airspace restrictions, etc.

Assist in fighting natural and civic disasters, such as forest fires, floods and road accidents. Conduct search-and-rescue missions.

Interpret charts, maps, graphics, and other pictorial presentations used in place of the written word. The graphics used vary from process to process; therefore, the professional must have sufficient knowledge …

Answer customers' questions about itineraries, rates and reservations in person, by mail, by e-mail and on the phone.

Supervise and observe the behaviour of employees.

Use and interpret meteorological information for operations dependent on climatic conditions. Use this information to provide advise on safe operations in relation to weather conditions.

Work confidently in a group in general aviation services, in which each individual operates in their own area of responsibility to reach a common goal, such as a good customer …

Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so …

Identify and resolve mechanical issues which arise during flight; identify malfunctions in fuel gauges, pressure indicators and other electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components.

Apply the procedures present in a military air force and on a specific base and being compliant with all the regulations and policies.

Apply the procedures and regulations present in military aviation operations and missions, ensuring compliance with policies, safety and security.

Engage with passengers according to the expectations of contemporary social behaviour, the specific situation, and the code of conduct of the organisation. Communicate in a polite and clear way.

Conduct inspections of aircraft and aircraft components, namely their parts, appliances, and equipment, to identify malfunctions such as fuel leaks or flaws in electrical and pressurisation systems.

Develop a flight plan which details the flight altitude, route to be followed and the amount of fuel required using different sources of information (weather reports and other data from …

Ensure the implementation of an efficient communication exchange in air traffic services (ATS) involving airport movement areas. Follow procedures within the network.

Ensure the trip goes smoothly and without incidents. Before departure review if all security, catering, navigation and communication elements are in place.

Listen to the briefing given by the captain or the crew manager; understand service requirements and apply the commissioned tasks in an appropriate manner.

Maintain balance and mass distribution inside the means of transport (vessel, aircraft, train, road vehicles, etc). Ensure that passengers and cargo distribution do not hinder the mobility of the mode …

Organise arrangements for aircraft maintenance and repair activities; communicate with engineering centres.

Prepare routes by chosing the best possible way and foresee adjustments in case of need, by providing additional running time or adapting capacity and timing in response to changes in …

Run preventive audits or simulations with new signalling systems; assess operability and detect flaws for improvement.

Ensure that operation certificates are valid, guarantee that take-off mass is a maximum of 3,175 kg, verify that the minimum crew is adequate according to regulations and needs, ensure that …

Ensure that operation certificates are valid, validate that take-off mass is a minimum of 5,700 kg, verify that the minimum crew is adequate according to flight needs and regulations, ensure …