Advanced Air Mobility; AAM) Vertiports Expert

Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Vertiports Expert Job Description The Organizational Setting

Evaluate and review standards for establishing and operating vertiport infrastructure for AAM, ensuring compliance with safety and quality requirements. Duties include studying design standards, power and electric-charging systems, and ground-movement procedures, as well as supporting vertiport certification and operation.

Function 1 (incl. Expected results)

Under the direction:

• Conduct technical analyses and studies ensuring the safe integration of AAM technologies into the aviation ecosystem.

Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

• Build technical capabilities in advanced air mobility (AAM) within GACA.

Function 3 (incl. Expected results)

• Develop regulations and procedures, prepare technical recommendations, and obtain the required approvals.

Function 4 (incl. Expected results)

• Define the operational concepts, network, and requirements for AAM ground infrastructure.

Function 5 (incl. Expected results)

• Contribute to developing design and operational regulations for AAM vertiports.

Function 6 (incl. Expected results)

• Assess safety requirements and emergency procedures at vertiports.

Function 7 (incl. Expected results)

• Analyze future expansion needs and integration with other transportation networks.

Function 8 (incl. Expected results)

• Coordinate with developers and operators to verify compliance with standards.

Function 9 (incl. Expected results)

• Support inspection and initial certification processes for vertiports.

Function 10 (incl. Expected results)

• Support and enable tests and flight trials for AAM systems.

Function 11 (incl. Expected results)

• Conduct technical analyses to ensure safe integration of infrastructure with the aviation system and other transportation networks.

Function 12 (incl. Expected results)

• Prepare reports on time and with the required quality.

Function 13 (incl. Expected results)

• Perform any additional tasks assigned by direct management related to the nature and scope of the job.

Function 14 (incl. Expected results)

• Commit to cybersecurity-related tasks and responsibilities.

The work of this position directly contributes to the safe and effective integration of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) into the national aviation system, supporting GACA’s strategic objectives and alignment with international aviation standards.

The incumbent works under the direction of the General Management of Advanced Air Mobility – AAM, within the Aviation Safety and Environmental Sustainability sector. The role requires close coordination with internal GACA departments, regulatory bodies, OEMs, operators, and international aviation organizations.

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information;

checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve…