Advanced Flexible Use of Airspace

• Function title: Advanced Flexible Use of Airspace (AFUA) Expert
• Reference: NOC-NM-2026-AD/1136
• Location: Brussels
• The selected candidate must reside either at this location or within a reasonable proximity that allows for the satisfactory execution of their duties.
• Nature of competition: Internal and external competition
• Applicable regulations: Staff regulations governing officials of the EUROCONTROL Agency
• Duration of appointment: 5 Year(s) - renewal or conversion of the contract is possible under certain conditions see “Useful information” section
• Security clearance: Security vetting may be required in accordance with the relevant EUROCONTROL security policies
• Directorate/Service: NMD/ACD/PCI - Project Coordination & Implementation Unit
• Working arrangement:EUROCONTROL operates a hybrid working model that combines onsite presence with remote work opportunities. Remote working is subject to specific limits set out in internal rules and must align with business needs and managerial approval. Please note that full-time remote work is not permitted.
• Reserve list: Applicable - See details in the "Useful information" section

Your team

Within the Network Management Directorate , the "Project Coordination & Implementation" Unit leads the Network Manager (NM) strategic projects including the contributions to SESAR and the interfaces with the related SESAR Deployment projects. The service manages also the interaction with stakeholders on strategic projects.

Your role

Your role will be to:

• Provide technical expertise, guidance and contributions to the continuous evolution of the AFUA concept in the area of Airspace Management (ASM), in coordination with internal and external working arrangements and other relevant civil and/or military working groups.
• Contribute to the update and further development of the Airspace Management (ASM) procedures and the associated processes as described in the European Route Network Improvement Plan (ERNIP) Part 3 Procedures for Airspace Management.
• Collaborate with the other members of the ASM team in the continuous update and execution of the tasks established in the ASM Work Plan, including tasks endorsed by the Airspace Management Sub Group (ASMSG) and approved by the Network Operations Team (NETOPS).
• Gather and assess operational needs and contribute to the update and execution of the tasks established in the ASM Work Plan, including tasks endorsed by the Airspace Management Sub Group (ASMSG) and approved by the Network Operations Team (NETOPS).
• Consult internal and external stakeholders (i.e. NMOC, ANSPs, Airspace Users, Computer Flight Plan Service Providers, military authorities, NATO, ATM industry, etc.) to identify and validate new operational needs and requirements in different operating environments or R&D activities.
• Perform operational analyses and impact assessments, including the detailed preparation and coordination of military exercises and the associated network impact assessments, making use of NM planning tools (e.g. NEST).
• Collaborate with internal and external partners and participate in events, workshops, meetings and projects to share expertise and contribute to ASM initiatives, including the collection and dissemination of best practices identified in the ASM domain across Europe.
• Produce and/or contribute to reports, including performance reports, working papers, presentations etc. and technical documents to document analyses, findings and recommendations.
• Stay updated on latest technological developments/methods/best practices/trends and share them within the internal community to enhance organisational knowledge.
• Carry out any other task in line with the main purpose of the job.

Required qualifications, experience & competencies

• Candidates must fulfil one of the following education and professional experience:
  • Completion of third level studies in a relevant domain (e.g. Engineering, Air traffic management etc.), meeting European Qualifications Framework (EQF) level 7 followed by minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience to perform the described responsibilities.
• Completion of third level studies in a relevant domain (e.g. Engineering, Air traffic management etc.), meeting European Qualifications Framework (EQF) level 6 followed by minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience to perform the described responsibilities.
• Professional training of an equivalent level (e.g. Air Traffic Controller (ATCO)) followed by minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience to perform the described responsibilities.
• Internal candidates can check on the intrane