Oktay Bircan
Senior ATM Technical Coordinator / Site Manager
Cankaya
Summary
Dynamic Senior Air Traffic Management (ATM) Technical Coordinator and Site Manager with over 15 years of expertise in air traffic control systems, system integration, and ATM modernization projects. Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams, managing installation and commissioning activities, and supporting complex ATM programs across Türkiye and internationally. Exceptional ability to bridge technical, operational, and project management perspectives within diverse cultural settings. Committed to enhancing leadership and project management skills while contributing to the successful execution of large-scale international aviation and technology initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
24
24
Certifications
7
7
Languages
Work History
Senior ATM Technical Coordinator & Site Manager
Leonardo S.p.A.
01.2020 - Current
- Technical Lead and Site Manager for Air Traffic Management (ATM) Modernization Projects in Türkiye.
- Site Manager / CWS Manager for the Türkiye ATC Modernization Programme, with technical coordination responsibility across multiple project sites.
- Coordination and supervision of Site Managers, System Engineers, subcontractors and local technical teams.
- Overall technical responsibility for installation, integration, testing, commissioning and operational readiness activities.
- Preparation, review and supervision of project documentation including Statement of Work (SOW), Conceptual Design Review (CDR), Technical Design Review (TDR), Installation Plan, Installation Project, Network Documentation, IP Addressing Plan, Network Layout, Connectivity Matrix and As-Built Documentation.
- Preparation, review and management of As-Built Management (ABM) documentation and final site configuration records.
- Preparation and review of Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and coordination of acceptance test activities.
- Coordination of material procurement, purchasing/sales documentation, logistics, delivery acceptance and installation readiness activities.
- Technical coordination between Leonardo ATM teams, customer representatives, subcontractors and local teams.
- Management of operational migration and commissioning activities in live ATC environments.
- Verification of system architecture, network infrastructure, site readiness and technical compliance.
- Design review and verification of ATM network infrastructures, IP plans, network layouts and system connectivity matrices.
- Administration and deployment support of virtualized infrastructures including VMware vSphere, Dell EMC VxRail, VMware vSAN clusters and Virtual Machine provisioning.
- Support to ProDeploy activities, Virtual Machine deployment, infrastructure migration and operational transition activities.
- Monitoring and infrastructure verification using SolarWinds and other network management platforms.
- Support to SMART Maintenance Programme activities.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and enhance communication.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
Actor
Sadri Alisik Theater Company
06.2015 - Current
- Professional theatre acting experience in leading and supporting roles.
- Theatre performances: Exit by Anton Chekhov, Three Penny Opera, Taksir and Delik.
- Cinema performances: Bombaci-Behzat C Turkish TV show, Yusuf-Gozlerini Kapat(Short film), Cuneyt-Dosta Yakisir Davranis (Short film.), Hasan Ozdemir-Asirlik Gece Turkish TV show.
- Portrayed diverse characters in theatrical performances, adapting to various roles and styles.
- Collaborated with directors to interpret scripts, enhancing narrative depth and audience engagement.
ATM System Engineer / Technical Coordinator
Vitrociset S.p.A. / Leonardo Group
01.2014 - 12.2020
- Air Traffic Management systems integration and commissioning activities.
- Administration and integration of surveillance, radar and flight data processing systems.
- Administration and integration of Voice Communication Systems, including SITTI systems.
- Technical support for ATM modernization programmes.
- Preparation and review of installation, network and technical documentation.
- Coordination of field engineering and site activities.
- Support to operational acceptance and commissioning activities.
- EUROCONTROL ARTAS Air Traffic Management Surveillance Tracker and Server Turkey Project as Technical Manager.
- Designed and implemented system architectures to enhance operational efficiency.
ATC System Administrator / Engineer
Selex Sistemi Integrati / Leonardo Group
12.2010 - 01.2014
- Administration of radar data flow from radar sites to display centers.
- Administration of Radar Head Processor Units (RHP) and Radar Front End Units (RFE).
- Administration and integration of Voice Communication Systems.
- Support for ATC systems including Tracker, Flight Data Processor, Simulator, Recording and Playback systems.
- Hardware and software integration of Air Traffic Control systems.
- Network administration and maintenance.
- Preparation of system As-Built drawings using AutoCAD.
- Managed system performance and reliability across diverse IT infrastructure.
Marketing Executive
BNT Makina
07.2010 - 10.2010
- Worked in the Marketing Department, supporting customer communication and commercial coordination activities.
Team Leader
Peter Pan Seafoods Inc.
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Worked as Team Leader in seafood cannery production operations.
- Led team in optimizing seafood processing operations, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Habaş A.Ş.
06.2006 - 10.2006
- Conducted performance tests on mechanical systems for efficiency evaluations.
Education
M.Sc. - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Gazi University
Ankara, Turkey06-2026
B.Sc. - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Gazi University
Ankara, Turkey07-2021
TR IWE 02081018 - International Welding Engineering Diploma
International Institute of Welding
Istanbul, Turkey 04.2001 -
B.Sc. - Metallurgical Technical Teacher Education
Gazi University
Ankara, Turkey01-2010
High School Diploma - English Programme
Aliağa High School
Izmir, Turkey06-2001
Skills
Technical Manager for EUROCONTROL ARTAS Surveillance Tracker Deployment Project
Project management
Project planning and risk
Installation and integration management
Interface coordination
Analytical problem-solving
Decision-making under pressure
Certification
Project management
Interests
Theatre acting, performing arts and stage performance, Cinema, screenwriting and creative writing, Anthropology, archaeology and history of religions, Chess, checkers, backgammon and strategy games, Basketball, trekking, mountain hiking, running and outdoor sports, Cultural travel and intercultural studies
Timeline
Senior ATM Technical Coordinator & Site Manager
Leonardo S.p.A.
01.2020 - Current
Actor
Sadri Alisik Theater Company
06.2015 - Current
ATM System Engineer / Technical Coordinator
Vitrociset S.p.A. / Leonardo Group
01.2014 - 12.2020
ATC System Administrator / Engineer
Selex Sistemi Integrati / Leonardo Group
12.2010 - 01.2014
Marketing Executive
BNT Makina
07.2010 - 10.2010
Team Leader
Peter Pan Seafoods Inc.
06.2007 - 08.2007
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Habaş A.Ş.
06.2006 - 10.2006
TR IWE 02081018 - International Welding Engineering Diploma
International Institute of Welding
04.2001 -
B.Sc. - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Gazi University
High School Diploma - English Programme
Aliağa High School
M.Sc. - Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Gazi University
B.Sc. - Metallurgical Technical Teacher Education
Gazi University