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aviation communications and frequency coordination manager

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Aviation communications and frequency coordination managers are in charge of activities and projects aimed to enable the appropriate communication infrastructure that supports the exchange of information between airspace users.

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Competences
16
Groups
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Essential
14
Optional
2

Competences and skills

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Essential skills and competences 14 competences

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develop data link services for navigation purposes

Develop and implement data link services and satellite technologies for air-ground communication operations.

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apply frequency management

Develop and manage multiple communication channels to produce extra capacity in the VHF-COM band.

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communicate in air traffic services

Ensure the implementation of an efficient communication exchange in air traffic services (ATS) involving airport movement areas. Follow procedures within the network.

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Communicate with air traffic control ground operations regarding all associated movements.
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coordinate technical standards for global interoperability

Ensure cooperation between various stakeholders in order to achieve standardisation of technical and operational aspects of surveillance systems.

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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.

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manage data

Administer all types of data resources through their lifecycle by performing data profiling, parsing, standardisation, identity resolution, cleansing, enhancement and auditing. Ensure the data is fit for purpose, using specialised ICT tools to fulfil the data quality criteria.

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manage flight data communications programme

Manage the exchanges of digital data between air traffic controllers and pilots to enable efficient aviation operations, such as trajectory-based routing and optimised profile descents. Support the safety-of-flight command, control, and information services by providing data connectivity. Provide ground automated message generation, transmission, and routing.

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monitor communication channels' performance

Search for possible faults. Perform visual checks. Analyse system indicators and use diagnostic devices.

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work in an aviation team

Work confidently in a group in general aviation services, in which each individual operates in their own area of responsibility to reach a common goal, such as a good customer interaction, air safety, and aircraft maintenance.

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Cross-sector

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apply technical communication skills

Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.

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have computer literacy

Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.

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operate radio equipment

Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio equipment correctly.

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use different communication channels

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

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write work-related reports

Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so they are comprehensible to a non-expert audience.

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Optional skills and competences 2 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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tolerate stress

Maintain a temperate mental state and effective performance under pressure or adverse circumstances.

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Cross-sector

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perform multiple tasks at the same time

Execute multiple tasks at the same time, being aware of key priorities.

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