We are seeking an experienced Instrument Flight Procedure Designer to join our team. In this critical safety-focused role, you will design, validate, and maintain high-quality Instrument Flight Procedures (IFPs).

1. Design and validate conventional and Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) instrument flight procedures, including SIDs, STARs, approaches (including RNAV/RNP/APV), departures, and holding patterns

2. Apply ICAO PANS-OPS criteria, and any country specific regulations.

3. Conduct obstacle assessments, terrain analysis, and flight simulation/validation using specialised procedure design software

4. Produce and maintain accurate aeronautical databases, design documentation, and charting data in accordance with quality management systems (e.g. ISO 9001) and regulatory requirements

5. Collaborate closely with the team, air traffic control, airport operators, airlines, flight validation pilots, surveyors, and regulatory authorities

6. Participate in safety risk assessments, procedure implementation projects,



and periodic reviews/amendments of existing procedures

7. Support flight validation activities and contribute to continuous improvement of design processes

Essential

- Formal training and qualification in Instrument Flight Procedure Design (ICAO Doc 9906 compliant Basic & PBN courses or equivalent)

- Demonstrated experience designing and validating IFPs under PANS-OPS criteria (conventional and/or PBN/RNP)

- Strong understanding of airspace design principles, obstacle limitation surfaces, aircraft performance, and navigation system capabilities

- Proficiency with industry-standard procedure design tools such as FPDAM and ARINC 424 coding tools

- Excellent attention to detail and a rigorous approach to safety & quality assurance

- Robust analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills

- Ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and communicate complex technical concepts clearly

📌 Instrument Flight Procedure Designer (Brisbane)
🏢 IDS Australasia
📍 Brisbane