Air Carrier Compliance Lead

CAE • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

CAE is seeking an Air Carrier Compliance Lead to support air carrier compliance operations across Part 121, 125, and 135 operators. This role serves as a key subject matter expert, providing regulatory oversight, audit leadership, and operational support while partnering closely with internal teams and external operators to ensure consistent adherence to FAA requirements. Description Lead and coordinate audits for Part 121, 125, and 135 operations, including Operations Specifications, Training Programs, SOPs, checklists, and Instructor/Check Airman records. Identify compliance gaps, coordinate corrective actions, and ensure consistency across operator files. Maintain, update, and control manuals and required documentation for assigned air carrier certificates. Provide day‑to‑day operational oversight for assigned teams and compliance activities. Manage the compliance portfolio for key account operators, including onboarding for Part 121/125/135 operators and verification of manuals and regulatory documentation. Oversee weekly reservation reports and dashboards to support training schedules and timely operator assistance. Notify operators of instructor status changes and support training managers in identifying qualified replacements. Communicate updates to training program templates and regulatory changes across the operator network and key accounts. Develop and maintain onboarding and training materials for Air Carrier Specialists. Serve as the primary subject matter expert (SME) for specialists, ensuring consistent interpretation of FAA regulations and supporting high‑priority compliance requests. Develop, document, and maintain team processes to support business continuity and consistent compliance delivery. Participate in and lead meetings related to compliance issues, regulatory updates, and process improvements. Support cross‑functional partners (Training, Quality, Safety) with compliance expertise and urgent regulatory requests. Maintain and track Instructor, Check Airman, and TCE records, including support for required 24‑month operator audits. Utilize computerized record‑keeping systems to compile data and prepare compliance and audit reports. Promote a strong compliance culture through timely communication and dissemination of FAA updates. Lead special projects and initiatives to improve departmental efficiency and regulatory adherence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 3–6 years of experience in aviation compliance, regulatory administration, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations applicable to air carrier operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrated professionalism when interacting with regulators, operators, and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and web‑based systems.
• Experience using computerized record‑keeping or compliance management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting or auditing Part 121, 125, or 135 operators.
• Knowledge of FAR Parts 61, 91, 121, 125, and 135 (including Appendices E and F).
• Familiarity with CAE Operations Manuals and FAA Order 8400.10.
• Experience developing training, onboarding, or compliance documentation.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with Training, Safety, and Quality teams.
• Familiarity with collaboration tools such as SharePoint, Webex, and enterprise CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate audits for Part 121, 125, and 135 operations, including Operations Specifications, Training Programs, SOPs, checklists, and Instructor/Check Airman records.
• Identify compliance gaps, coordinate corrective actions, and ensure consistency across operator files.
• Maintain, update, and control manuals and required documentation for assigned air carrier certificates.
• Provide day‑to‑day operational oversight for assigned teams and compliance activities.
• Manage the compliance portfolio for key account operators, including onboarding for Part 121/125/135 operators and verification of manuals and regulatory documentation.
• Oversee weekly reservation reports and dashboards to support training schedules and timely operator assistance.
• Notify operators of instructor status changes and support training managers in identifying qualified replacements.
• Communicate updates to training program templates and regulatory changes across the operator network and key accounts.
• Develop and maintain onboarding and training materials for Air Carrier Specialists.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert (SME) for specialists, ensuring consistent interpretation of FAA regulations and supporting high‑priority compliance requests.
• Develop, document, and maintain team processes to support business continuity and consistent compliance delivery.
• Participate in and lead meetings related to compliance issues, regulatory updates, and process improvements.
• Support cross‑functional partners (Training, Quality, Safety) with compliance expertise and urgent regulatory requests.
• Maintain and track Instructor, Check Airman, and TCE records, including support for required 24‑month operator audits.
• Utilize computerized record‑keeping systems to compile data and prepare compliance and audit reports.
• Promote a strong compliance culture through timely communication and dissemination of FAA updates.
• Lead special projects and initiatives to improve departmental efficiency and regulatory adherence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and EAP plans.
• 401(k) and employee stock purchase programs with CAE match.
• Generous paid time off, including parental leave and vacation.
• Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability, and caregiver support.
• Optional benefits including legal coverage, dependent life insurance, pet insurance, and FSAs.
• Programs supporting employee well‑being and work‑life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level