Senior Instructor: Engineering Training x2 at ATNS

Job description

• Observe and study new instructional techniques for conducting classes and implement measures to improve training delivery.
• Conduct training content analysis (TCA) on training product offerings (as and when required) and provide the necessary training interventions.
• Conduct training needs analysis (TNA) on ATNS ATSEP, external ANSPs or CAAs and support staff (as and when required) and provide the necessary training proposals.
• Assist and coordinate the installation /implementation of engineering training systems at the ATA.
• Interpret performance, reliability, maintainability, availability and monitoring of ATM /CNS systems for statistical purposes.
• Design survey instruments to determine the validity, sufficiency and quality of product offerings.
• Research future ATM /CNS systems and provide solutions to enable the department to remain competitive in terms of being the preferred training provider.
•  Compile comprehensive reports and implementation plans on research conducted in the external professional environment (formal and informal training, conferences, seminars etc.)
• Apply appropriate research methodologies for the research and analyse results /conclusions to formulate new concepts and ideas.
• Produce research papers that will benefit the aviation fraternity.
• Assessment of students is conducted in compliance with QMS procedures and curricula/syllabi.
•  Ability to present selected core and elective courses outside the area of expertise. (i.e. Communication /Navigation /Surveillance).
• Create and moderate assessment tools and workbooks for all ATSEP courses.
• Develop unit training course materials to meet the performance needs of the ATSEP and system support requirements.
•  Moderate course material/s within the field of knowledge to determine validity, sufficiency, content and quality.
• Evaluate qualification program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
• Provide support and guidance to ATNS Technology and Information related to On-the-job training instruction actions and checks to support Competency Based Training and Assessment
• Provide mentorship to the engineering instructors and support personnel within the area of responsibility.
• Continuously engage Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) on future training systems and recommend the necessary training interventions to ATA management.
• Collaborate with tertiary institutions on the development of research-based training solutions that will enable a seamless transition of students from academic to work environment.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• B-Tech /B. Eng. /BSc. Degree /Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Electrical /Electronic /Computer Engineering or  equivalent.
• Train the Trainer and OJTI qualification from an approved institution.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in course presentation, research, operation, maintenance and engineering support of ATM /CNS systems and associated training systems.