Regulatory Compliance Principal

Aireon•Mclean, VA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Aireon deployed the world’s first global space-based air traffic surveillance system, providing real-time aircraft monitoring capabilities around the world, including over the poles, over the oceans and in remote areas. Aireon data enables safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly aviation travel, resulting in significant CO2 emission reductions. More than 20 Air Navigation Service Providers representing more than 40 countries – including NAV CANADA, NATS (UK), Air Traffic and Navigation Services (South Africa), Airports Authority of India (AAI), and ASECNA (Africa) -- rely on Aireon data to navigate aircraft in their airspaces. We are committed to offering an employment experience and benefits package that enables you and your family to grow with us and to share in our success.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree, or professional equivalent, in an aviation related field, aviation safety management, quality management, systems engineering or aeronautical engineering
Minimum of ten years background in a highly regulated environment such as an air traffic management safety program or air traffic surveillance technology area within an ANSP or Airline Operator, Regulator or NSA, with practical experience of ADS-B and/or Mode S a definite advantage
Detailed knowledge of EU Aviation Safety Regulation and its application
Detailed understanding of Risk Management and its importance to safety
Previous experience in software assurance standards and methodologies (i.e. RTCA DO-278A, RTCA DO-178 or the European equivalents), specifically assurance derivation, integration and test
Audit techniques certification completion or lead auditors’ qualification, reinforced with experience on the lead and conduct of audits
Highly knowledgeable in international aviation regulations (specifically European Commission Regulation No 2017/373)

Nice To Haves

Aviation quality qualification or equivalent (e.g. ICAO certification)
Knowledgeable in international aviation safety standards (e.g. ICAO standards and recommended practices such as Annex 19 on Safety Management) as well as quality management principles
Software coding knowledge (C++, Java)
Software safety assurance (e.g. RTCA DO-278A) knowledge
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Basic understanding of system safety and how to apply it
Practical experience of application of SMS and QMS programs in an aviation environment.
Knowledge of the policy, concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to ICAO recommended Safety Risk Management (SRM) process

Responsibilities

Ensure that Aireon’s continued compliance with EASA regulations (specifically EU 2017/373) is correctly documented through the JIRA project, reviewed and modified as needed, ensuring evidence statements accurately reflect demonstration of compliance and are updated in accordance with identified changes.
Provide appropriate level oversight and guidance of Part-IS implementation (EASA Regulation (EU) 2022/1645) and assist in the development of the DPO certification application (EASA Regulations (EU) 2023/1769 and 2023/1768.).
Ensure that procedures and documentation are compliant with international standards and regulations as defined by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), National Supervisory Authorities (NSA) and others as appropriate.
Proactively assess and prepare a consequent proposed position statement for Aireon regarding any EASA notices of proposed amendment (NPAs) or other affecting regulatory changes. Thereafter lead any agreed activity in response to such NPAs.
In conjunction with the Aireon QA team, manage and perform internal aviation safety audits against identified regulations both within Aireon and across our contracted services, encouraging partnerships with international air navigation service providers and other aviation stakeholders.
Deliver safety and quality audit training to Aireon Team personnel when requested.
Promote a strong safety culture in leading by example.
Oversee the design and test methodologies to assure these are fit for purpose and deliver appropriate evidence to support compliance.
Represent Aireon at various decision-making forums when requested.