Aeronautical Information Management

About
the Team:

Aeropath is a business
unit within AIL and offers a unique and wide range of services in aeronautical
information management (AIM) and the design of instrument flight procedures
(IFP). Aeropath operates domestically and internationally, and our customers
include airports, airlines, pilots, ANSPs and civil aviation authorities.

The data found in
airliners and control towers around the world is only possible thanks to the
work of AIM teams globally. Their efforts ensure the accuracy, reliability, and
accessibility of aeronautical information that underpins aviation safety.

Reflecting the complex
and ever evolving digital nature of aeronautical information, we are about to
embark on a large, multi-year modernisation programme. This includes
digitisation of data and business workflows and will require significant
software development. 

About the AIM Team Structure:

Each team leader leads
a new sub-team of AIM Specialists within Data, Digital Delivery and Publication
specialist areas. To deliver business outcomes and the modernisation programme,
and as there is a significant overlap between functional areas, multiple or
cross-functional skillset and collaborative mindset is highly desirable. 

Data:

Dedicated to managing and evolving
static and dynamic aeronautical and geospatial data that underpin aviation
operations. This includes coordinating survey and originator submissions,
maintaining databases, and supporting publication workflows. Dynamic activities
include the timely processing of NOTAM information that informs aviation
decision-making. The data team also provides geospatial services through
mapping, spatial analysis, and digital visualisation, supporting the industry's
increasing demand for high-quality aeronautical data.

Publishing:

Aeronautical
Information Publishing (AIP) is a core AIM business function, including aeronautical
technical editing and charting functions, with management of AIRAC change and
publishing cycles. Desktop publishing includes document creation and
management, customised flight guides, eAIP (AIP.NET) content management,
printshop liaison and publication assurance.

Digital Delivery:

Digital AIM services is
focused on the development, support and delivery of emerging digital AIM
products and services, including provision of data sets via API, web-accessible
systems and services, and bespoke digital AIM products. This will be achieved
in collaboration with other areas of AIL and wider Airways, so knowledge and
experience in software delivery methodologies and frameworks in complex
environments is required.

About the Role:With our three AIM Team
Leaders appointed, we are on a recruitment drive to employ several permanent
full-time AIM Specialists to join the Aeropath team based in the AON Centre, Wellington central
(with some flexibility possible).

The AIM Specialist
role is part of a high-performing and cross-functional team responsible for
aeronautical information management (AIM) services – producing the data, charts
and information that make it possible for aircraft to fly around the country.  Aeropath uses the latest technology to develop
and maintain aeronautical data sets, web-based geospatial applications, and
operational publications. The work has a direct and positive impact on the
entire aviation system of New Zealand. 

An AIM Specialist is a
"can-do" subject matter expert who is comfortable working in a fast-paced
environment, has a passion for both aviation and technology, and is prepared to
cross-train and grow across several different functions.

Key areas of focus:

• Aeronautical
  and geospatial data collection, analysis, visualisation and promulgation.
• GIS-related
  activities associated with the update and production of quality aeronautical
  data sets, geospatial charts, models and operational publications.
• Editorial
  review and implementation of changes to operational publications including AIP,
  charts and flight guides for New Zealand and other states.
• Liaising
  with various originators of information regarding our specific data
  requirements, including timeliness and completeness of submissions.
• Liaising
  with downstream users of information on their specific requirements
• Assisting
  in the development, application, and upkeep of AIM's quality assurance
  procedures, technical specifications, process documents and training materials.
• Helping
  the business innovate with improvements to processes, products, and service
  delivery, including development or enhancement of aeronautical software
  applications.

About You:

Due to the dynamic nature of the role, you'll hold:

• A genuine interest in aviation with working knowledge of
  aviation concepts and terminology
• Aviation-related qualification or
  demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Good working knowledge of and competency in
  the MS Office 365 suite and graphics applications
• Openness to change and proven ability to
  adopt and apply new techniques.
• The ability to work in a dynamic team and
  business environment, collaborate with people, show resilience and agility,
  take ownership, and focus on delivering successful outcomes.

In
addition, you will have experience in one or more of the following areas:

Publishing:

• Knowledge or awareness of technical
  aeronautical editing and change-management processes (CAR Part 175)
• Relevant knowledge or experience in
  cartographic, geospatial, or information-management fields
• Technical experience with CAD
  and/or GIS tools and techniques
• Knowledge and experience in Desktop
  Publishing (DTP).

Data:

• Working knowledge/awareness of database
  applications
• Experience supporting the collection and
  management of aeronautical data — from originator input to structured storage,
  validation, update cycles and release to downstream systems or publications
• Knowledge of CAR Part 139 aerodrome
  data requirements, including obstacle limitation surfaces, runway and strip
  dimensional specifications, and data integrity principles that support safe
  aerodrome operations.

Digital Delivery:

• Software development and delivery
• Backend or full stack developer
• Web technology (AWS and/ or Azure)
• Experience with coding languages
  that may include , , TypeScript or React.

To Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your
application (CV and Cover Letter) through the Airways careers site or Seek.

Please note that you must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand to
be considered.

This role will require the successful candidate to undergo
pre-employment background checks including references, drug and alcohol screening, criminal conviction and related.

Application closing date is Thursday, 8 January 2026. Applications will
be reviewed upon our return mid-January with interviews set to start at the end
of that month.

At Airways, our people are at the heart of what
we do to keep NZ skies safe. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable
and inclusive workplace where people feel they belong and can bring their whole
self to work. We currently hold the Rainbow Tick and NQTick (neurodiversity)
and are working towards Gender Tick. We make our
recruitment decisions based on the best candidate for the job and therefore
encourage applications from diverse candidates.