Aircraft mechanic

Air traffic safety electronics technicians perform technical tasks related to the design, installation, management, operation, maintenance and repair of air traffic control and air navigation systems.

• performing technical tasks related to the development of electronic and computerised air navigation systems and equipment, and testing prototypes;
• providing technical assistance in the design and layout of specific interface systems for air navigation and aircraft surveillance;
• preparing and participating in the preparation of cost estimates, technical specifications and training specifications for air traffic control and safety equipment;
• providing or assisting with technical supervision of the construction, operation, installation, maintenance and repair of ground-based navigation equipment in accordance with relevant standards and specifications;
• applying practical knowledge and skills in air traffic safety to identify and resolve problems arising during their work;
• developing, modifying, configuring and debugging system software;
• modifying existing ground-based air navigation systems and equipment to adapt them to new air traffic control procedures in order to increase capacity, security or integrity, or to facilitate compliance with air traffic control procedures;
• monitoring, controlling and certifying navigation, communication and surveillance equipment for air traffic management, and calibrating ground-based air navigation systems to ensure maximum accuracy and safety of flights, take-offs and landings;
• providing technical training and supervising other staff.
• Examples of occupations in this unit group:
• Aircraft mechanic
• Aviation technician
• Technician, air transport safety