Safety Program Analyst
About The Position
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) is seeking a Safety Program Analyst to join our Safety team. This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for a recent college graduate with a background in engineering (or a related technical field) and a strong interest in aviation safety. In this role, you’ll help advance VAI’s mission to elevate global vertical‑aviation safety by supporting research, analyzing safety data, and contributing to safety programs that serve operators, manufacturers, regulators, and the broader aviation community. You’ll gain exposure to real‑world aviation safety challenges while working alongside experienced industry professionals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Aviation Management, Aviation Safety, or a closely related field
- Strong interest in aviation, safety, or risk analysis
- Demonstrated analytical skills through coursework, projects, internships, or research
- Familiarity with tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Python, or R (academic experience is welcomed)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Ability to work onsite 2–3 days per week in Alexandria, VA
Nice To Haves
- Internship, research, or capstone experience involving data analysis, safety, or engineering systems
- Exposure to aviation safety concepts and Safety Management Systems (SMS)
- Experience working with large or complex datasets through coursework or projects
- Interest in or academic exposure to human factors, system safety, or risk management
- General aviation experience or flight training (a plus, but not expected)
Responsibilities
- Collect, clean, and analyze aviation accident, incident, and safety‑risk data from domestic and international sources
- Help develop recurring safety reports, dashboards, and metrics
- Conduct research and literature reviews to support safety programs, presentations, and industry initiatives
- Assist in maintaining safety databases and tracking safety trends
- Support VAI safety education and outreach programs
- Provide analytical and research support to VAI safety advisory councils and working groups
- Contribute to safety presentations, webinars, publications, and conference materials
- Support VAI’s participation in aviation safety meetings, panels, and working groups
- Assist with member and public requests for safety information
- Help support safety activities at VERTICON and other VAI‑sponsored events
- Help translate data and research into clear summaries, visualizations, and insights for technical and non‑technical audiences
- Contribute content to VAI safety publications and digital platforms
- Support additional safety‑related projects as needed
Benefits
- Hands‑on experience in aviation safety at an international trade association
- Mentorship and exposure to industry experts
- Opportunities to contribute to impactful safety programs early in your career
- Hybrid work environment with regular team collaboration
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
