air transport law
The rules and regulations governing air transport, including international law.
Air traffic safety technicians provide technical support regarding the safety of air traffic control and navigation systems. They design, maintain, install and operate these systems both in the airport and on board the aeroplane according to regulations.
Competences and skills
55 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencesaircraft flight control systems
The setting, features and operation of aircraft flight control systems such as flight control surfaces, cockpit controls, connections, and operating mechanisms required to control the flight direction of an aircraft.
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airport electrical systems
The different elements that comprise airport electrical systems, such as air navigation equipment, electronic landing aids, radars, and meteorological services, and the function and operation of each of these elements.
airport safety regulations
The applicable airport safety regulations and instructions.
common aviation safety regulations
The body of legislation and regulations that apply to the field of civil aviation at regional, national, European and International levels.
electrical systems used in transportation
The functioning of electrical systems, their specifications, and application in operations and systems for the transportation of freight and people.
surveillance radars
Types of surveillance radars such as Mode A/C Secondary Surveillance Radar stations, which continuously interrogate all aircraft within their range, and Mode S Secondary Surveillance Radar stations, which carry out individually addressed interrogations of aircraft within their coverage.
Cross-sector
3 competenceselectronics
The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.
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safety engineering
The study of the risks associated with engineered designs and systems, accident prevention as well as the safety benefits of reducing deaths and injuries. The discipline focuses on analysing and mitigating potential hazards in engineering processes.
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technical drawings
Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.
digital
Essential skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesassist in the conducting of flight checks
Assist pre-flight and in-flight checks in order to detect problems and provide solutions to them, together with the flight captain, the first pilot or the inflight engineer.
implement safety management systems
Implement safety management systems in accordance with the frameworks of the state related to aviation, such as flying aeroplanes and helicopters, design of aeroplanes, and provision of air traffic services.
monitor customer safety on apron
Monitor passenger safety on apron and ramp area during boarding and deplaning; provide assistance to passengers.
Sector-specific
6 competencescarry out preventive airport maintenance
Carry out preventive maintenance on airport equipment and facilities in order to maintain safety, regularity, and efficient operation of air traffic.
comply with air traffic control operations
Act in compliance with instruction provided by air traffic controllers.
ensure aircraft compliance with regulation
Ensure that every aircraft complies with applicable regulation and all components and equipment have officially valid components.
follow airport safety procedures
Comply with airport safety procedures, policies and legislation to ensure a safe working environment for all employees, and to ensure the safety of passengers.
follow industry codes of practice for aviation safety
Follows industry codes of practice relating to aviation safety. Follow guidance material to adhere to the requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Standards (ICAO), other aviation safety requirements, and the identified best practices.
implement airside safety procedures
Apply a series of airfield safety rules and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for airport crew.
Cross-sector
5 competencesinstall electrical and electronic equipment
Install equipment which is dependent on electric currents or electromagnetic fields in order to work, or equipment to generate, transfer or measure such currents and fields. This equipment includes switchboards, electric motors, generators or direct current systems.
maintain electronic equipment
Check and repair electronic equipment. Develop maintenance tasks on electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.
operate radar equipment
Operate radar screens and other radar equipment. Ensure that aircraft fly at a safe distance from one another.
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use technical drawing software
Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.
digital
use testing equipment
Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.
Optional knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesair traffic control operations
The procedures for organising air traffic, preventing collisions and ensuring smooth operations during flights, and the tasks performed by air traffic controllers, including Interaction and effective communication between aircraft and air traffic controllers.
air traffic management
Thoroughly understand the major activities in air traffic management, such as air traffic control, air traffic flow management, and aeronautic information services.
aviation meteorology
The scientific field of study that interprets the impact of weather on air traffic management (ATM) and how thorough changes in pressure and temperature values at airports can create variations in head and tail-wind components, and may impose low visibility operating conditions. Knowledge of aviation meteorology can help to reduce negative impact on the ATM system by diminishing disruption and the consequent problems of disturbed flow rates, lost capacity and induced additional costs.
global navigation satellite system performance parameters
The performance parameters for Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), and the requirements that any GNSS system should possess in specific conditions.
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types of aircraft
The various types of aircraft, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Cross-sector
2 competencesaircraft mechanics
Technicalities over mechanics in aircrafts and related topics in order to perform a wide range of repais in aircrafts.
electrical engineering
The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
Optional skills and competences 24 competences
Occupation specific
5 competencesadvise aircraft in hazardous conditions
Recommend the most effective course of action to assist aircraft in hazardous conditions.
conduct safe aircraft marshalling
Conduct safe marshalling of aircraft, adhere to apron markings and ensure accurate completion of associated paperwork or database entries.
implement the airside safety auditing system
Implement airside safety auditing system for operational departments.
perform necessary checks before moving aircraft onto stand
Perform a series of standard checks before bringing aircraft into a stand. Check service equipment and check for oil/fuel spills. Check activities on adjacent stands, etc.
test circuitry
Inspect and test signal circuitry, using standard electrical or electronic testing equipment.
Sector-specific
10 competencesaddress aircraft mechanical issues
Identify and resolve mechanical issues which arise during flight. Identify malfunctions in fuel gauges, pressure indicators and other electrical, mechanical or hydraulic components.
conduct airport safety inspections
Conduct airport inspections to achieve maximum safety; inspect airport facilities, ensure equipment is used and maintained appropriately, and ensure staff members work in the safest possible way.
deal with air traffic issues
Deal with issues affecting the airline e.g. air traffic control problems and adverse weather conditions. This may involve rearranging flight slots when delays occur.
debug software
Repair computer code by analysing testing results, locating the defects causing the software to output an incorrect or unexpected result and remove these faults.
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ensure safety in international aviation
Communicate with national and international agencies to ensure maximum efficiency and safety in the field of aviation.
manage air navigation services
Manage air navigation services; oversee financial planning and follow evolutions in aviation technology.
perform aircraft maintenance
Carry out inspection and maintenance on aircraft parts according to the maintenance procedures and documentation, and perform repair work to remedy functional and deterioration problems.
undertake navigation safety actions
Recognise unsafe situations and perform follow-up actions according to the safety regulations. Immediately warn ship management. Use personal protective and rescue equipment.
use meteorological information
Use and interpret meteorological information for operations dependent on climatic conditions. Use this information to provide advise on safe operations in relation to weather conditions.
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use of air traffic services document
Utilise Air Traffic Services document to prevent collisions between manoeuvring aircraft; ensure orderly flow of air traffic.
Cross-sector
9 competencesassess operating cost
Estimate the operating cost in terms of manpower, consumables and maintenance.
design control systems
Develop devices that command and manage the behaviour of other devices and systems, using engineering and electronics principles.
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design electrical systems
Draft sketches and design electrical systems, products, and components using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and equipment. Draw panel arrangement layouts, electrical schematics, electrical wiring diagrams, and other assembly details.
digital
design electronic systems
Draft sketches and design electronic systems, products, and components using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and equipment. Make a simulation so that an assessment can be made of the viability of the product and so the physical parameters can be examined before the actual building of the product.
digital
inspect aircraft for airworthiness
Inspect aircraft, aircraft components, and aviation equipment to ensure they conform to design specifications and to airworthiness standards following major repairs or alterations. Approve or deny issuance of airworthiness certificates.
install software
Install machine-readable instructions, such as computer programs, in order to direct the computer's processor to perform a certain set of actions.
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operate cockpit control panels
Operates control panels in the cockpit or flight deck according to the needs of the flight. Manage on-board electronic systems to ensure a smooth flight.
oversee quality control
Monitor and assure the quality of the provided goods or services by overseeing that all the factors of the production meet quality requirements. Supervise product inspection and testing.
test electrical equipment
Test electrical systems, machines, and components and check electrical properties, such as voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, and inductance, using electrical testing and measuring equipment, such as a multimeter. Gather and analyse data. Monitor and evaluate system performance and take action if needed.