Airfield Systems Project Nanager (AIRPORTS / AVIATION)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Parsons Corporation is seeking an Airfield Systems Project Manager to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This position is a key component of a major airport Master Systems Integration (MSI) program, focusing on the end-to-end delivery of the Airfield/Airside systems scope. The role requires strong technical leadership, extensive systems integration expertise, and robust operational coordination experience across critical airport technologies and airside operational platforms.

Role Context and Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead the overall delivery of the Airfield/Airside systems scope within a major airport systems integration program. Your responsibilities will include managing design reviews, technical compliance assessments, interface coordination activities, and systems integration planning across all assigned airfield systems packages. You will oversee the implementation, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational handover of various airfield operational systems, including A-SMGCS, ALCMS, ATMS, AOS, AWOS/MET, ATIS, ILS, VDGS, PBB, FHS, RTMIS, SNIB, RVT, AICS, TVAO, and Flightradar24 data integration feeds.

Furthermore, you will coordinate Interface Control Document (ICD) development and interface management activities between airfield systems, terminal systems, operational technologies, ICT infrastructure, and third-party platforms. This involves coordinating with Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP) stakeholders, Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations teams, aviation authorities, EPC contractors, technology vendors, and specialist consultants to ensure alignment of program delivery activities. You will also lead integration coordination with key technology providers and operational stakeholders such as NERA, ADB Safegate, and Leonardo, and monitor systems integration dependencies, interface risks, operational constraints, and program sequencing activities.

Support will be provided for the development and execution of integrated testing and commissioning strategies, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), integrated systems testing, operational trials, and phased activation activities. Ensuring all airfield systems comply with applicable aviation regulations, airport operational standards, cybersecurity requirements, and program governance procedures is essential. You will facilitate the resolution of technical, operational, interface, and vendor coordination issues impacting systems delivery or operational readiness, and support risk management activities by identifying integration risks and mitigation measures.

Leadership and Team Coordination

You will provide leadership and direction to systems integration teams, testing & commissioning personnel, specialist consultants, and vendor coordination resources. Participation in stakeholder meetings, technical workshops, operational readiness reviews, and program governance forums will be a regular part of the role.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Aviation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 18 years of professional experience in airport systems delivery, aviation infrastructure, operational technologies, or complex systems integration programs.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in major international airport programs involving airfield systems, operational technologies, or airport systems integration.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex airside systems within operational airport environments.
• Experience coordinating with ANSP stakeholders, ATC operations teams, airport operators, and aviation regulatory authorities is required.
• Experience managing specialist airport systems vendors and multidisciplinary contractor interfaces is essential.
• GCC airport program experience is highly desirable.
• Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder coordination capabilities are necessary.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Technical Leadership and Systems Integration
• Operational Coordination and Management of Airfield/Airside Systems
• Expertise in Airport Technologies and Airside Operational Platforms
• Proficiency in Design Reviews, Technical Compliance Assessments, and Interface Coordination
• Skilled in Systems Integration Planning, Implementation, Testing, Commissioning, and Operational Handover
• Experience with Interface Control Document (ICD) Development and Interface Management
• Strong Stakeholder Coordination and Client-Facing Communication abilities
• Advanced Analytical Skills and Technical Problem-Solving capabilities
• Excellent Presentation and Stakeholder Management skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within complex program delivery environments
• Comprehensive understanding of Aviation Operational Standards, Safety Requirements, and Regulatory Compliance Frameworks
• Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting complex Technical Documentation, Integration Procedures, and Systems Architecture deliverables
• Ability to function effectively within large-scale multi-organizational program environments while maintaining alignment with client objectives and operational priorities
• Risk Management

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.