Data Technical Lead

Internally, this role is known as System Wide Information Management (SWIM ) - Technical Lead 

Contract: Full Time Permanent 
Location: Gatwick / Hybrid 
We are the UK's aviation and aerospace regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment. 

it's a chance to be part of a groundbreaking journey in aviation. If you're seeking a career that combines innovation, impact, and the thrill of progress, then join our team - where each member is a catalyst for change, in an environment that thrives on collaboration and visionary thinking. 

System Wide Information Management (SWIM) is a key element of the Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA’s) Airspace Modernisation Strategy and Future of Flight Action Plan.
SWIM an emerging global concept that this role will help drive forward within the UK aviation system.
SWIM seeks to determine standards, infrastructure and governance for Air Traffic Management (ATM) & Uncrewed Traffic Management (UTM) related information, facilitating the discoverability, accessibility and interoperability of accurately timely data to the whole aviation system, which is becoming increasingly digitally focused and enabled by data. This role will focus on resolving target technical challenges related to SWIM and wider data management in the lower airspace as delegated by the SWIM Lead 

Resolve specific day to day technical challenges related to SWIM and wider data management in the lower airspace, as directed by the SWIM lead. 


Working data and systems knowledge of at least one of the following: 

~ Traditional aviation systems, such as systems used in air traffic management (ATM) or air navigation services (ANS) or comms navigation surveillance and spectrum (CNSS)


~ Uncrewed aviation systems, such as unmanned arial systems (UAS), unmanned traffic management (UTM) or detect and avoid (DAA)


~ Data Architecture concepts in major systems, such as having experience as a solutions and systems architect



~ Have a committed, reliable, flexible approach, and be an excellent team worker, whilst also being comfortable working independently 


~ Have experience of MS Office packages specifically Word, Excel and Outlook. 


  Designing, testing, implementing solutions in the aviation system. 


~ Knowledge of Cyber Security. 


~ Knowledge of the CAA and UK aviation and Aerospace industry, supported by an understanding of key legislative factors influencing and determining the CAA’s role as an airspace regulator such as the Civil Aviation Act, Air Navigation Order, Rules of the Air Regulations and the appropriate MAA Regulatory Publications. 


~ Relocation & Property - The CAA will be relocating from Aviation House, Our Gatwick/Crawley Office. We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day-to-day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.


We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance. We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more
 
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