Managing Director – Aviation Safety Req #: WHQ00019348 Location: Chicago, IL, US We have a wide variety of career opportunities around the world — come find yours. Corporate Safety Our Corporate Safety department implements medical programs and workers compensation and helps employees dealing with lost time to injury. They also conduct fight safety investigations and educate pilots on potential safety threats and more. The emergency response team falls under this department as well Job overview and responsibilities The Managing Director of Aviation Safety is focused on leading the efforts to ensure we have the processes and systems in place to secure the safety of our customers, employees and assets. This is accomplished by proactively and collaboratively setting strategic direction for aviation and flight safety across all operating divisions. The Managing Director of Aviation Safety works with the V.P. Corporate Safety in ensuring compliance with the required FARs under Part 121 for the operation of the airline, applicable provisions of the United Corporate Business Manual and corporate series regulations Creates, enacts and oversees a comprehensive and strategic aviation safety program Responsible for developing an innovative, data-driven safety approach and ensuring the policies, procedures, processes and tools are in place to support a strong flight safety program. Responsible for engaging with both internal and external stakeholders Internally, it is paramount that the Managing Director establish strong relationships with peers and leadership and work collaboratively to advance a strong safety agenda that addresses known risks and gaps within United’s system The Managing Director is also responsible for building and maintaining a working relationship with ALPA and other United labor groups to collaboratively improve safety Externally, this position is expected to engage with industry including but not limited to the FAA, Star Alliance, CAST, ASIAS and IATA Must possess a strong working understanding of Safety Management Systems and must work collaboratively within Corporate Safety to advance the use of SMS at United and support Safety promotion efforts with pilots and flight attendants Other responsibilities include the support and maintenance of the FOQA (Flight Operational Quality Assurance) Program, all voluntary Safety Reporting Programs and all Flight Safety Investigations This position is trained to fill the role of Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Director and Deputy Director in the event of an EOC activation Required BS Degree in Related Discipline 5 years of current or previous flight operations experience as Captain or First Officer or related experience 5 years of flight management or equivalent experience ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) Knowledge of SMS (Safety Management System), Continuous Improvement/Lean Six Sigma, Regulatory Compliance background and budget administration Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position Preferred Masters Degree in Related Discipline International flying experience, Operational/cross-divisional experience Safety Certification in Accident/Incident Investigation