Are you looking to grow your professional career within the aviation sector? The opportunity you have been waiting for is finally open. The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has launched its recruitment intake for May 2026, inviting brilliant, detail-oriented, and high-integrity Ugandan nationals to fill the Air Traffic Management Officer role. JOB REF: UCAA/ADV/EXT/ 02/2026
Job Overview
| Organization | Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) |
| Eligible Nationality | Uganda |
| Location | Entebbe |
| Employment Type | Not Specified |
| Positions | Air Traffic Management Officer (10 posts) |
| Qualifications | Bachelor of Science honors degree |
| Application Deadline | 8th June, 2026 |
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The Air Traffic Control Trainee will undergo structured theoretical and practical training in the provision of air traffic services in accordance with the standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Upon successful completion of training and assessments, the trainee will be deployed as a licensed Air Traffic Controller.
Roles and Responsibilities
An Air Traffic Controller (ATC) is responsible for ensuring the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic within assigned airspace or at an aerodrome, in accordance with national aviation regulations and the Standards and Recommended Practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
The role involves issuing clearances and instructions to pilots, maintaining prescribed separation between aircraft, coordinating with adjacent control units, and managing emergency situations.
It requires high levels of concentration, sound judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to perform reliably in a high-pressure, shift-based operational environment.
Qualifications & Requirements
Essential Requirements
- A Bachelor of Science honors degree from a recognized university biased towards any of the following disciplines;-Physics/Mathematics/Geography/Statistics/Computer science, ICT, Engineering and survey
- A Principal pass (A – C grades) in Mathematics and/or Physics at A’ level
- A credit in English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Geography at O’ Level
- Twenty-six (26) years or less at the time of the deadline for submission of the application. Must submit a copy of the National Identification Card with the application.
Desirable Requirements
- Ready to stay in Entebbe and work shifts including; day, night, weekends and public holidays.
- Ready to accept posting to any upcountry aerodrome as and when required.
- Ready to undergo medical examination.
General Knowledge and Cognitive Aptitude
- Logical reasoning ability.
- Situational awareness and problem-solving capacity.
- Ability to process information quickly and accurately.
Special Skills and Attributes
- Should be computer literate.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- High level of concentration and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Good spatial awareness and multitasking ability.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
How to Apply for UCAA Recruitment 2026
- Click on the button below to be taken to the recruitment portal
- Sign up to create an account (New users) and log in with your username and password.
- Create a CV by filling in all the required information before proceeding.
- Click Home and there you will see the advertised job.
- To apply, click the “Apply” button.
- Thereafter a popup message will appear confirming your application was successful.
- Please note that falsification of information is an offense in UCAA.
- You are advised to only apply for the jobs where you meet the minimum requirements as indicated in the job description as well as being very sincere while responding to the application questionnaire.
- Physical/hard copy applications will not be accepted.