The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) offers unemployed South African graduates a valuable opportunity to join their Flight Inspector Traineeship Programme for 2024 and 2025. This programme aims to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure aviation safety by inspecting and calibrating air navigation systems in line with ICAO standards.
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SACAA Flight Inspector Traineeships
The programme is designed to provide comprehensive training in various aspects of flight inspection, including mission planning, execution, reporting, system maintenance, adherence to safety standards, technical support, and effective communication. Trainees will be thoroughly prepared to contribute to the safety and efficiency of the aviation industry.
- Application Deadline: 28 August 2024
- Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Training Areas
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In-Flight Inspection Mission Planning
- Preparation: Develop plans for flight inspection missions.
- Database Management: Update and maintain the flight inspection database for all air navigation systems.
- Programme Completion: Successfully complete all required training programs related to air navigation systems’ flight inspection.
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Execution of Flight Inspection Missions
- Mission Execution: Conduct flight inspection missions as per plan.
- Data Collection: Collect data for technical analysis and reporting.
- System Adjustment: Fine-tune air navigation system parameters to align with ICAO standards.
- Surveillance: Oversee aeronautical services and associated instrument flight procedures.
- Coordination: Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to address any malfunctions identified during inspections.
- Recommendations: Advise the Senior Flight Inspector on certifying or withdrawing facilities’ operational status based on inspection outcomes.
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Reporting
- Data Compilation: Gather and compile data for flight inspection reports.
- Report Generation: Create accurate reports on air navigation systems.
- Archiving: Properly archive mission data and reports in the database.
- NOTAMs Issuance: Issue NOTAMs and non-compliance reports based on inspection findings.
- Summary Reports: Prepare mission summary reports.
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Flight Inspection System
- Calibration: Calibrate receivers.
- Maintenance: Maintain and modify the CAA Flight Inspection System (FIS) software and hardware according to ISO standards, manufacturer’s technical guidelines, airworthiness regulations, and the approved Manual of Procedures.
- Submission: Report modifications to the Flight Inspection Manager.
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Safety and Quality Standards
- Compliance: Ensure all flight inspection activities comply with ICAO, ISO, airworthiness regulations, and the approved Manual of Procedures.
- Standards Application: Apply ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS) and ISO standards to ensure the facility supports related instrument flight procedures.
- Hazard Reporting: Report hazards encountered during flight inspections.
- Standards Development: Research and propose new standards for navigational aid flight inspections.
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Technical Support
- Client Assistance: Provide advice and recommendations for clients’ technological systems maintenance and development.
- Special Requests: Address special client requests regarding technological system maintenance and development.
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Communications and Safety Promotions
- Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain a positive image of the Flight Inspection Unit (FIU) through ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification |
Experience |
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National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Light Current) or related NQF level 6 qualification |
3 years – Air Communication and Navigational Systems Engineer or Communication Navigation Surveillance |
Ideal Requirements
- Qualification: BTech in Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
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