Description
This position supports both Flexjet and [redacted]. The Flight Safety Specialist conducts investigations of safety related events (i.e. accidents, incidents and safety occurrences) that occur during air carrier operations. This position will support the SMS program as well as the Security, Flight Data Monitoring, Emergency Response and Aviation Safety Action Programs (ASAP). The Flight Safety Specialist will provide relevant analysis, trending, tracking and reporting of data relevant to the position. This position is located in Cleveland, Ohio and reports directly to the Flight Safety Manager.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Investigate events as assigned to determine root cause and contributing factors
Determine, based on outcome of investigation, appropriate corrective actions and submit those corrective actions to leadership for dispensation
Prepare investigation reports that include the facts, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations associated with an event
Manage the incident and safety reporting system for [redacted] and Flexjet
Conduct and assist in airport risk assessments and reviews
Assist in the coordination of corrective actions with operating departments and facilitate Operational Risk Management techniques within the organization to mitigate identified risks
Assists in managing and coordinating change management, risk assessments and safety analysis
Administrates and/or helps administrate the ASAP for Flexjet and [redacted] and all associated duties with the ASAP. Acts as the ASAP Manager
Provide support during an accident or incident as a member/assistant to the Go-Team or Emergency Command Center
Assists with Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and/or FOQA analysis and reporting. Analyzes the data to provide objective reports for program stakeholders
Responsible for the interface of flight data within the SMS system
Work as an Assistant Aircraft Operator Security Coordinator (AOSC) as assigned
Manages relationships with representatives from all operational departments, regulatory authorities/governing bodies (FAA, NTSB, ICAO, etc.) as job tasks require
Assists with safety communications to employees within the OneSky network
Represent the safety team at industry and company meetings, industry conferences and events as well as any industry working groups as assigned
Any other duties as assigned by the CSO
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in an Aviation or Safety discipline or related degree; 2 or more years of aviation safety investigation experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Private pilot license required, Commercial pilot license preferred
Just Culture certification desired
Flight data analysis and/or aviation risk management experience preferred
Experience in developing, facilitating training and giving presentations both small and large audiences in various levels of leadership
Preferred experience with WBAT and/or other safety database programs
REQUIRED SKILLS
Knowledge of air carrier operations disciplines and administration preferred
Knowledge of aviation safety principles and regulatory agencies and their function as related to air carrier operations (FAA, DOT, OSHA, etc) desired
Must possess knowledge of NTSB and ICAO functions as it relates to air carrier operations
Ability to act as a Safety Ambassador for the organization both internally and externally
Successful candidate must be able to speak publicly and present on the individual level, senior management level, and to large audiences, including all employees within the OneSky network, industry professionals and federal agencies
Possess a high degree of proficiency with MS Office products (including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook)
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills are necessary to perform the job at the expected level with the ability to provide exceptional customer service to all levels of the organization
Successful candidate must be able to write effective reports, business correspondence, and manuals
Must possess passionate attention to detail and the ability to work in a team atmosphere
Successful candidate must have strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to respond calmly and handle many customer demands in a fast paced environment with constantly shifting priorities
Must be able to travel 10% of the time