Research Scientist

Saudi Air Navigation Services - SANS

Key Activities

Research Activities

• Conduct research to design and validate new concepts, systems, and methodologies for ATM, focusing on operational efficiency and safety.
• Explore emerging technologies, conducting feasibility studies and simulations to assess their practicality and potential impact.
• Align research activities with aviation safety regulations and international standards (e.g., ICAO, EASA).
• Perform evaluations of technical, financial, and operational feasibility for selected ideas in collaboration with relevant departments and stakeholders.

Concept Developmental Activities

• Ensure research outcomes are compatible with existing ATM systems and aligned with operational requirements.
• Design and develop prototypes and experimental systems to evaluate and refine innovative technologies.
• Validate advanced concepts, methodologies, and tools through comprehensive testing and analysis.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety evaluations to address potential implications of proposed solutions.

Implementation Activities

• Collaborate closely with engineers, operations specialists, and external regulatory bodies to transition research outputs into practical applications.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders through reports, technical papers, and presentations.
• Support Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives by refining solutions based on test results to meet success criteria and quality standards.
• Assist in integrating validated research outputs into operational tools, systems, or products to enhance SANS s capabilities.

Knowledge Dissemination

• Publish research findings in technical journals, white papers, and industry conferences to establish SANS as a leader in ATM innovation.
• Organise workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions to disseminate insights and foster collaboration across internal and external teams.
• Provide technical input to the Knowledge & Insights team to support the development of research-driven strategies.

Policies, Processes and Procedures

• Conduct day-to-day activities while ensuring compliance to policies and procedures
• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes taking into account leading practices, changes in business environment, cost reduction and productivity improvement