About this career
Aviation ground systems engineers are in charge of supervising the maintenance of the equipment of the airport, for example, the visual aids, airport electrical systems, luggage systems, security systems, pavements, drainage, maintenance of unpaved areas and equipment and vehicles.
Essential skills
analyse software specifications
apply airport standards and regulations
carry out research on ground systems
ensure compliance with airport security measures
execute software tests
interact with airport stakeholders
interpret visual literacy
measure software usability
read 3D displays
solve ICT system problems
supervise maintenance activities in airports
test ground system performance
use different communication channels
use ICT equipment in maintenance activities
utilise computer-aided software engineering tools
work in an aviation team
write work-related reports
Required knowledge
airport electrical systems
airport operating environment
airport safety regulations
global navigation satellite system performance parameters
ground segment
hardware architectures
illegal substances
levels of software testing
Additional skills
perform risk analysis
promote environmental awareness
safety engineering
Also known as
aviation ground systems technician
airport ground systems engineer
engineer of aviation ground systems
airport ground systems technician
