Careers at CAA International - Join us on a journey to better aviation

Discover how your career could take off with CAA International – Part of the UK Civil Aviation Authority

Who we are

As the UK CAA’s independent technical cooperation arm, we unite and export half a century of UK CAA know-how to help States improve and responsibly grow air transportation. By improving global aviation and aerospace standards, we can make a truly connected world a reality, uniting people and businesses for a better and more sustainable future.

Why work at CAAi?

Our global reach, range of services and calibre of organisations that we work with creates a stimulating, meaningful work environment where everyone can make a difference to the future of flight. As a social enterprise, our people can tackle some of the greatest aviation challenges facing the developing world – driving change where it’s needed most.

Our Culture

Our core values are at the heart of what we do and are the guiding principles of how we work. Everyone is welcome at CAAi and can expect our complete support to be their best self. This means being able to bring your own voice, thoughts, and opinions with you. We believe active engagement and discussion are key to helping us develop, improve, and deliver customer excellence.

Meet Our People

It’s our people who make CAAi special. See what they have to say.

Liz Young

Quality and Business Operations Manager

“CAAi takes the wellbeing of all staff seriously through various schemes and support packages. Through hybrid working, we get the best of both worlds – working from home and the office.”

Matthew Margesson

Managing Director

“My CAAi career has allowed me to experience different cultures in many countries. By making a difference and sustainably improving standards globally, I work with a sense of pride and achievement with like-minded professionals and invest in my development.”

Stuart Coates

Senior Manager – Marketing & Communications

“Air transport is ever-changing, and so is our work. It makes for interesting and meaningful projects – allowing you to collaborate with major global players and learn from some of the best”

Dorota Broom

Technical Advisor – Aviation Security

“We collaborate with the global aviation community through various tasks from training to research projects. Embracing cultural differences and sharing knowledge gives a warm feeling that we make a difference.”

Joanna Karabinos

Senior International Project Coordinator

“CAAi supports flexible working so I can contribute to improving global aviation standards while raising my two wonderful children. I’m surrounded by a team of experts and leaders who recognise my hard work and encourage professional growth.”

Suraj Parekh

Senior Manager – International Operations & Development

"My CAAi career has allowed me to demonstrate and develop my skills and provides me with new experiences, whilst having the opportunity to work with organisations internationally to raise aviation standards."

Alejandro Polo

Head of International Operations and Development

“As an aeronautical engineer, I never stop learning and keep expanding my knowledge, working alongside highly qualified aviation experts. I’m involved in interesting and diverse projects, collaborating with organisations worldwide.”

Clair Borrelli

Head of International Operations and Development

“What makes my role worthwhile is working on projects that really make a difference, helping to make flying safer, and providing opportunities for those in less developed countries.”

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Assistant Project Manager

An exciting for an Assistant Project Manager to work on UK and International projects, developing and/or providing support to new business opportunities and projects across the range of CAAi service lines (Advisory, Training and Examinations) to fulfil our purpose of raising aviation standards around the world.

Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024

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Join our talent pool

We’re always looking for innovation, safety, security and economic regulatory advisers to expand our external pool of technical experts.

To express your interest, please email us your CV and cover letter to:

international@caa.co.uk

STEM

Supporting Science Technology Engineering Maths (STEM) initiatives and opportunities in aviation

Apprenticeships

Kick-start your career at CAAi

Apprenticeships

At CAAi, we support several Apprenticeship opportunities. We currently support the following Apprenticeship standards:

Level 3 Digital Business Accelerator Apprenticeship – this is an ideal apprenticeship if you are looking for a career in business administration, project management, data management and reporting.
Level 3 Learning and Design Apprenticeship – this is an ideal apprenticeship if you are looking for a career in Training delivery, learning solution design and Talent Development.
Level 3 Digital Marketer Apprenticeship – this is an ideal apprenticeship if you are looking for a career in Marketing and Communications.
Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship – this is an ideal apprenticeship for those who already have work experience and are a new or aspiring first line manager. The course is designed for those who manage people within their day to day activity and have responsibility of people processes.
Level 4 – Regulatory Compliance Officer Apprenticeship – this is an ideal apprenticeship if you are looking for a career in auditing, regulation, or compliance.
Level 7 – MSc Aviation Safety Management, Risk and Regulation – In partnership with Cranfield University, this is an ideal postgraduate course available as an apprenticeship for professionals working in aerospace and commercial air transport industries. It provides a globally unique offering that relates to the regulatory background of all aspects of aviation safety, including design, production, operations, and maintenance.

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