Director Air Safety

Cirrus • Duluth, MN

8h

About The Position

The Director of Air Safety has the overall responsibility to manage Cirrus Air Safety activities, including support for aircraft incident/accident investigations, coordinating actions to ensure post-incident CAPS systems have been made safe, identifying aircraft non-compliance design issues, and supporting legal actions. The Director will also manage the development and implementation of the Cirrus Safety Management System (SMS) including the identification of trends, hazard mitigation procedures, and oversight of safety programs such as the Cirrus Air Safety Committee (CASC) and others as directed. This role will also work with key stakeholders to develop/enhance Continued Operational Safety (COS) reporting programs for Cirrus operations to identify and resolve potential flight safety issues. Air Safety will provide Cirrus leadership team with recommendations on how to minimize the risks involved in Cirrus fleet operations to include all aspects of flight safety and provide support for production development in safety innovation. The Director will also support Cirrus outreach and education initiatives that promote aviation safety and education.

Requirements

• Working knowledge and understanding of aviation safety programs, including Safety Management System (SMS), Safety reporting programs, and Flight Data Management (FDM)
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• PC Skills, including MS office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Science or Aviation Safety, or equivalent experience
• Minimum ten (10) years' progressive experience in aerospace manufacturing, program management, aircraft maintenance, aircraft flight operations, accident investigation, or aviation safety with demonstrated ability to work across functional areas influencing behavior and culture
• Previous experience as a participant, or leader, of an aviation safety program
• Experience with analysis of data and risk mitigation using statistical analysis, risk assessment, and systems engineering concepts
• Private Pilot’s license or greater
• Extensive working knowledge of applicable FAA, ICAO, NTSB regulations
• Familiarity with aircraft design, production, support, aerodynamics, and operations
• Demonstrated ability to work with senior executives and with senior management and technical representatives from regulatory/investigative agencies

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Engineering, Science, of Aviation Safety
• Certification/training in Safety Management System (SMS) preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage Cirrus Fleet Safety Activities
• Strategy development for the creation of an overall product aviation safety program with the ability to sell and market concepts broadly around the organization
• Support Cirrus Aircraft customer and FAA/NTSB aviation safety initiatives that seek to reduce the fleet accident rate, develop action plans for customer specific safety improvement measures, and activities that reflect Cirrus’ leadership in Aviation Safety
• Oversight and management of aviation safety programs such as the development and implementation of a comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS). SMS responsibilities include; Coordinate implementation, maintenance, and integration of the SMS throughout the certificate holder's organization, Facilitate hazard identification and safety risk analysis, Monitor the effectiveness of safety risk controls, Ensure safety promotion throughout the certificate holder's organization, Regularly report to the accountable executive on the performance of the SMS and on any need for improvement, Interface directly with regulatory agencies in support of the SMS program
• Manage the Cirrus Air Safety Committee, Flight Safety Report (FSR) reporting program, and other programs as required
• Oversee the Cirrus aircraft accident investigation team and coordinate with the engineering team on product integrity issues discovered during investigations or reported by customers
• Perform data analysis and trending for flight hazards; work with Flight Operations staff, Engineering, NTSB data, and product integrity/design to recommend safety improvements for Cirrus customers and crew members
• Perform and coordinate incident, accident, and irregular operations event investigations; work with local and onsite entities to include the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) when required
• Support Cirrus outreach and education initiatives that promote aviation safety and education, including activities such as Cirrus Regional Training Seminars, Vision Pilot Organization (VPO), Cirrus Owner and Pilots Association (COPA) safety programs, support product safety digital/social media, and other industry safety seminars
• Manage staff for optimum performance; supervise and direct the activities of subordinate personnel, as well as train and ensure employee development in areas of fleet safety, flight safety, and accident investigation.
• Coordinate corporate wide Flight Data Management (FDM) to enhance Cirrus flight safety.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
• Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
• Generous PTO: 200 hours accrued within the first year.
• Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.

What This Job Offers

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