Senior Consultant

Osprey is an industry leading specialist aviation consultancy, delivering complex consultancy services to government and non-government projects within the aviation sector. As part of Science Group PLC, Osprey offer hybrid working at our principal locations in Bristol and Lincoln but with options to work from group offices in Cambridge, Epsom and Knaresborough.

Osprey are seeking an experienced Senior Consultant who will join our Airports and Airspace team to help play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the UK aviation market, by delivering high quality technical and operational support to our current and future clients.

In the years ahead, there will be exciting opportunities to support clients during UK airspace modernisation whilst also planning for the integration of new technologies in a compliant, safe, and efficiency manner.

Whilst leading or supporting a wide range of aviation projects, you should be passionate about efficiently delivering first-class solutions and outputs to our clients and comfortable navigating complex regulatory frameworks to provide sound advice and guidance to clients in line with current and evolving policies and procedures.

Applicants should have a track record of identifying new business opportunities, maintaining strong client relationships and be capable of supporting or writing high-quality proposals matched to a client’s specific requirements.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Manage and deliver a range of complex airports and airspace projects from initial concept to final implementation, working in close collaboration with diverse stakeholders including Air Navigation Service Providers, airports, airlines, and the CAA.
- Support clients to assess potential opportunities and determine exact requirements.
- Conduct in-depth analysis to provide evidentially based assessments of current and future capabilities when writing reports and completing studies.
- Conduct feasibility analysis to determine prioritised alternative courses of action.
- Provide expert support as necessary to enhance operational and business resilience.
- Facilitate effective communication engagement and consultation, when necessary, with key aviation and non-aviation stakeholders.
- Produce high-quality written documentation in support of all project activities.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring high-quality, on-time and on-budget delivery.

**Knowledge and Experience Required**
- Proven consultancy or managerial experience in an aviation, airport, or airspace related field.
- Thorough understanding of CAA airspace design regulations and processes.
- Experience of safeguarding requirements from an airport/regulatory perspective.
- Expertise or experience in safety case development and assessment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong project management skills with an appropriate qualification, and a track record of delivering to time, cost and quality.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

**Desirable**
- A background in air traffic control within either the civil or military environment.
- Expertise in aviation Safety Management Systems, including Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance.
- Experience with data-driven safety methodologies.
- Experience with airspace modelling tools and software.

**Why Join Us**

Our financial benefits are only part of the attraction; in return for your skills, a career with Osprey will provide you with opportunities to further develop your technical, commercial and consultancy skills and make your mark in the aviation sector. Along with competitive salaries, Osprey offers a great benefits package that includes private medical care, life insurance, income protection, a generous leave allowance and more. You can also expect a quick integration and real opportunities for growth and development. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious person eager to contribute to airspace projects and work in a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment. You will be part of a company that values professional development and career growth.

**How to Apply**

**We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.