Job Description

Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
The Senior Systems Designer will be focused on the design of specialist systems in an airport environment, working on both new and existing airports and terminals as part of aviation digital projects. Projects may include IT infrastructure, operational systems, and digital & data solutions.
The role will have input into all aspects of a project including but not limited to the following - gathering and validating customer requirements, scope management, providing input to resource plans, estimating project costs/budget, creating and managing documentation, managing internal and external communications, 3rd party vendor co-ordination, producing deliverables and ensuring customer satisfaction.
The individual requires a strong understanding of the priorities and concerns of the relevant client stakeholders and how to translate these into systems design considerations. The individual should be able to work directly with client stakeholders (e.g. airfield operations staff, terminal managers, operations leads, IT managers) in order to ask detailed questions, gather requirements, highlight applicable standards, and understand existing architecture.
The individual should have a good understanding of specialist operational systems in the airport environmentincluding operational databases and dashboards, FIDS, billing, resource management, passenger processing, biometric gates, and passenger tracking. They must be able to present complex solutions, both graphically and verbally, to clients and colleagues in order to gain acceptance. They must be able to understand and explain concepts of data architecture, integration and infrastructure.
The Opportunity

• This role will form a key part of the team delivering services to a major airport
• Regularly interact with clients, hosting technical discussions on the functional and technical requirements of airport systems, explaining architecture and concepts, gaining buy in for technical ideas etc.
• Develop functional and technical requirements relating to airport systems, based on client discussions, legal and technical standards, and market intelligence
• Meet with potential systems suppliers to understand their roadmaps, strengths / weaknesses, compliance to requirements, and relevant differences
• Identify and prioritise technology initiatives to support the aviation industry's evolving needs
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively, ensuring efficient execution of IT projects and initiatives
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the aviation industry, evaluating their potential benefits and impact on operations
• Communicate IT strategies, progress, and achievements to senior management

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, with at least 7 to 10 years of aviation-related IT experience.
• Proven success delivering complex IT projects, with strong technical knowledge of aviation systems such as passenger processing, airport operations, smart airport solutions, and IT infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of Aviation technologies, Systems, and Solutions such as Passenger Processing Systems, Airport Operational Systems, Information Systems, Smart Airport Solutions, Aviation Automation Systems and IT Infrastructure
• Deep understanding of airport/aviation operations, civil aviation and regulatory authority regulations, processes (eg. airport systems design, ORAT) and standards (IATA standards), technologies and systems
• Knowledge in IT Architecture innovation and digital transformation and Cyber Security
• Knowledge in Big Data, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence Data Warehousing, and Internet of Things (IOT)
• Experience in airport and airline operations from an operational perspective
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder-engagement skills, with the ability to perform under pressure and inspire team performance.

What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Please see a list of Arup's Singapore benefits below:

• Hybrid working policy & flexible working hours
• 13th month bonus
• Birthday leave
• Paid parental leave for birth mothers 16 weeks & new parents (excluding birth mothers) 4 weeks
• Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
• Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
• Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination Fees
• International mobility opportunities
• QP allowance
• Site Allowance
• Work related travel insurance
• Dental expense cover
• Marriage leave (3 days)
• Examination leave (2 days)
• Family care leave
• Bike Loans of up to SGD 2,000

Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
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