Civil Aviation Authority Hiring for Software Developer Job at London, England Full Time

Date: 06-Dec-2021

Location:
London, GB

Company:
Civil Aviation Authority

Salary: £37,513 up to £55,000 pa (dependant on experience)

Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

We are the UK’s aviation regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

The Role

The Environmental Research and Consultancy Department is the CAA’s environmental centre of excellence. Our primary focus is to support the UK Department for Transport providing technical advice on all aspects of aviation noise, including airport noise modelling and monitoring, noise policy development, and research about the health effects of aircraft noise. We also support industry, community and other government stakeholders in all matters relating to aircraft noise, and increasingly in aviation emissions .

T he main purpose of the role is to develop a “Radar data Analysis” tool for ANCON, the UK’s national civil aircraft noise model, which is developed, maintained and operated by the CAA on behalf of the Department for Transport (DfT).

T he tool will be used to analyse radar data from airport noise and track keeping systems to produce mean vertical flight profiles and ground tracks flown by arriving and departing aircraft. These mean profiles and tracks are then used as an input to the ANCON software to calculate airport noise contours.

This tool already exists in Fortran, however the new implementation will be coded in C# and integrated with Esri ArcGIS to make use of the ArcGIS geographical information system toolset. For this, we are looking for a software developer to undertake the following:

Develop the Radar Data Analysis Tool in C#, integrated with the Esri ArcGIS Pro.

Work according to a work programme developed in collaboration with the CAA Information Services Department (ISD).

Make full use of Visual Studio Online/Team Foundation Server to track progress and record the development steps.

Integrate the code to ArcGIS Pro SDK for Microsoft .NET

Prepare comprehensive user and technical documentation on the software developed.

Engage with team end-users on user-interface design and software testing

Create and undertake software testing.

Engage with colleagues in CAA outside ERCD as necessary, and with group-wide and organisation-wide activities and initiatives.

Exhibit CAA’s values, including effective professional and personal development of self and colleagues.

About You

We are looking for someone to be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Advanced skills and experience in programming in C# (.Net framework 4 and upwards) and ArcGIS Pro SDK for Microsoft .NET
SQL Server design (version 2012/14 including optimisation, in-memory tables and stored procedure writing) knowledge desirable.

The ability to produce documentation of new software.

Relevant work experience in software development.

Relevant degree or A-levels

Knowledge of the physics associated with aircraft in flight would be desirable, but if not, the willingness to learn would be essential.

The ability to follow an Agile approach to coding, and to write unit tests, code and documentation in a methodical manner are essential.

Ability to interpret Fortran would be desirable
Ability to collaborate well with others on technical and organisational matters.
Excellent written and oral communications skills

Additional Information

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.

To be vetted we will usually expect a reasonable period of residency in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken. This can either be 3 years or 5 years depending on the level required (CTC or SC). If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application. For more information please visit – Vetting explained – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Given the impact of Covid-19, it’s likely that you will work remotely to begin with as we plan for a return to work within the government guidelines. Occasional travel to our Westferry office may be required at least once/twice per week.

Working With Us

We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, free onsite gym at Gatwick, discounted gym membership for London, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more!

We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day to day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.

We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.

We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone.

As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. If you require an adjustment for any reason, please let us know.

Our Values

Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone – For more information please Click Here

Closing Date: 20th December 2021

Interview Date: 22nd December 2021

Please note that due to the current Covid-19 situation, all interviews will be conducted online by video conference using Microsoft Teams.

No recruitment agencies please.

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