• Function title: ATC Unit Instructor
• Reference: NOC-MA-2024-AD/782
• Location: Maastricht – Information about living in Maastricht
• Nature of competition: Internal and external competition
• Applicable regulations: General conditions of employment governing servants at the EUROCONTROL Maastricht Centre
• Type of post: Administrator
• Job level: AD6-AD9 – Check salary simulations for the basic grade
• Generic job title: Expert
• Number of posts: 6
• Duration of appointment: 5 Year(s) – extension or conversion of the contract is possible – see “Useful information” section
• Security clearance: Security vetting may be required in accordance with the relevant EUROCONTROL security provisions
• Directorate/Service: MAAS/ATM – Air Traffic Management
• Working arrangement: Hybrid work (remote and onsite)
• Competition publication date: 18/04/2024
• Competition closing date: 30/05/2024 (23:59 Brussels time)
• Reserve list: Applicable – See details in the “Useful information” section

Your team

Within the Directorate Maastricht Upper Area Control Centre, the “ATM Training” service is a certified training provider operating under EU regulations. The service is responsible for developing, delivering and maintaining training (internal and external) for ATC students & ATCO’s. The “ATM Training” service also provides support and competence in the realisation of ATM related projects at MUAC.

Your role

Your role will be to:

• To contribute to the development of the content, delivery, and maintenance of the unit training, the continuation, and the development training for operational staff.
• To act as course coordinator by providing guidance and coaching to students, ensuring the availability of training documentation and equipment.
• To prepare examinations, assess and monitor students’ progress, and provide regular oral feedback and progress reports.
• To ensure training standards by monitoring the training methods applied, and provide guidance and advice to OJTI staff.
• To advise within the scope of expertise and assist the Training Team as and when required.
• To hold and maintain a valid STDI (synthetic training device instructor) endorsement.
• Carry out any other task in line with the main purpose of the job.

Required qualifications, experience & competencies

Completed university studies of 4 years attested by a diploma in a relevant area (Aeronautical engineering, Air Traffic Management, etc.) or a completed ATC training.

• Hold a valid EU 2015/340 ATCO license and ACS rating.
• Hold a valid OJTI or STDI endorsement.
• Internal candidates should check on the intranetto see what level of in-house experience is considered equivalent to educational qualifications where appropriate.
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant working experience.
• Experience in a Control Centre with a traffic complexity* comparable to the one of Maastricht UAC would be considered an advantage.

  *Complexity in terms of multilayer sectorization, climbing and descending traffic, military traffic/exercises, multiple crossing points and multiple aircraft profiles

• Experience in giving classroom courses, conducting examinations and assessments
• Knowledge of the best practices in teaching methods, testing and assessment, and learning styles
• Experience with advanced ATC systems (advanced FDPS functionalities, 4D profile calculations, etc.)
• Understanding of CNS Systems and Simulator Tools
• Understanding of Human Performance Limitations, Assessment, and Validation
• English Language Proficiency (ELP) level 4 certificate
• Communication : You adapt communication to different situations and audiences
• Teamwork : You foster teamwork.
• Analytical thinking : You analyse information and identify relationships.
• Creativity and Innovation : You are open to new approaches.
• Planning and Organising : You display an organized and methodical approach.
• Ad hoc training delivery outside of core hours or on weekends may be required.
• Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment.
• Professional conduct in line with the corporate behaviours of the Agency, i.e. result-driven, readiness to change, customer focus, integrity and team-player approach.
• The working languages of the Agency are English and French. For this particular job, candidates must be proficient users of English at level C1.
  The levels relate to the Common European Framework of References for languages (CEFR).

Useful information

• Applications will be accepted from nationals of EUROCONTROL Member States only.
• Duration of appointment: This is an appointment for a determined period of 5 Year(s). It could be extended up to a maximum of 9 years or converted into an undetermined contract.
• Internal candidates
  If selected, the person will keep their current type of appointment duration (undetermined or determined).
  The internal staff member with a determined contract will be offered, in principle, an appointment for 5 Year(s) with a maximum total duration of 9 years.
• The successful candidate shall be appointed at the grade set out in this vacancy notice, or if a group of grades has been published for a job level, in principle at the basic grade of the published job level.
• In case of reserve list: Suitable candidates, however not selected to fill the post, will be placed on a reserve list for similar functions. The period of validity of reserve list is 1 year from the closing date of applications .
• Information on salary and benefits can be found on our Careers site
• EUROCONTROL is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality and diversity. In the event of equal merit, preference may be given to the applicant from the under-represented diversity characteristics in order to complement diversity of teams and rebalance the workforce.
• Candidates should go to our Careers site and read the tips on how to apply.