Inspector ATS (Engineering)

The post holder is responsible to the Principal Inspector ATM for delivering robust, risk‑based regulatory oversight of Air Traffic Management (ATM) and CNS/ATS engineering arrangements at allocated ANSPs and designated sites. This includes ensuring compliance with UK legislation (including the UK Air Navigation Order) and applicable international standards, while supporting the safe, efficient and resilient operation of UK airspace. In addition to oversight of established engineering systems, the post holder will play a key role in assessing and regulating emerging and disruptive ATM technologies. This includes digital towers, AI‑enabled decision‑support systems, virtualised and cloud‑based ATM services, advanced surveillance solutions, and U‑space/UTM integration. The role ensures that innovative technologies entering service do so safely, with appropriate assurance, interoperability, cyber‑resilience, and human‑in‑the‑loop considerations.