About the Company
Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world's airspace and the provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia's busiest airports.
About the Role
This full-time permanent role can be based in Canberra, Brisbane or Melbourne. Airservices Australia is seeking an experienced Flight Procedures Chief Designer to lead the development, implementation and ongoing maintenance of instrument flight procedures that support the safe, efficient and environmentally responsible management of Australia's airspace. Reporting to the AFPD & AIM Manager, you will provide leadership and technical oversight across all flight procedure design activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead instrument flight procedure design activities from concept through to flight validation
- Provide technical assurance and governance for all procedure design outputs
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality and operational performance
- Develop and mentor a high-performing team of Flight Procedure Designers
- Support strategic planning for airspace and flight path change programs
- Lead regulatory compliance activities, including CASA audits and quality assurance reviews
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the aviation industry
Essential Requirements
- ICAO qualifications and substantial experience in Instrument Flight Procedure Design
- Demonstrated expertise in ICAO SARPs, PANS-OPS, CASA Part 173 and related regulatory frameworks
- Strong leadership, coaching and people development skills
- Proven experience managing complex technical programs in regulated environments
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication capabilities
- Experience driving operational improvement, quality systems and transformation initiatives
- Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident; ASIC required
How to Apply
Lodge an application online before applications close 11:55pm (AEST) Sunday 06 September 2026. For further information, contact Alicia O'Rourke, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at alicia.orourke@airservicesaustralia.com.