Sr Manager, Global Aviation Security Compliance & Programs

American Airlines Group • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you'll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you'll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board! This job is a member of the Global Security Team within the Corporate Affairs Division and will be based Fort Worth Skyview campus. This role acts as key advisor to the Director of Global Security Compliance and Facilitation on matters of aviation security at American Airlines.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in aviation, or business management field, or equivalent experience/training.
• 3 years work experience in aviation security compliance or other regulatory compliance field.
• 7 years of work experience interpreting regulatory requirements.
• 3 years work experience in project management.

Nice To Haves

• Proven record of leading and managing a team to meet desired aviation security disciplines established by corporate standards.
• Experience developing Aviation Security policies and procedures to support continuous improvement and security effectiveness.
• Experience and knowledge in navigating within the corporate and operational policies and procedures networks.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the Director designee alternate TSA contact for security related matters under Part 1544.215(a) (Assistant Aircraft Operator Security Coordinator).
• Acts as company's secondary point of contact for with TSA and foreign governments relating to aviation security matters.
• Leads the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to measure effectiveness of aviation security processes and plans for continuous improvement related to all TSA and/or host governments' security compliance matters where American Airlines operates.
• Develops reports and briefings for Corporate Security leadership on emerging threats and Security Directives that affect aviation security.
• Leads a team of Program Managers responsible for ensuring all aviation security functions, projects, compliance, comprehensive quality assurance audits are completed.
• Evaluates adequacy of all security programs and screening processes and engages government officials to ensure company operations are fully supported.
• Oversees departmental coordination and communication with stakeholders including company personnel, service providers and regulatory partners with new information on emerging threats and Security Directives.
• Represents company on variety of industry working groups, including Airlines for America (A4A), International Air Transport Association (IATA), etc.
• Manages security litigation with federal government and represents company interests in civil hearings and/or other aviation security related matters.
• Responsible for administration and management of Transportation Security Administration (TSA), European Union (EU), International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Transport Canada (TC) and other host government federal security programs and regulations related to passenger, checked baggage and cargo security operations.
• Strategic and tactical leader who can manage aviation security programs, evaluate the risk and effectively communicate program changes orally and in writing.
• Requests and obtains approval from government regulators for alternative procedures/measures on compliance.
• Evaluates adequacy of employees, passenger and baggage security screening at stations and engages TSA to ensure American Airlines operations are fully supported.
• Responsible for the administration and management of American Airlines Security Management System (SeMS) in accordance with the company Safety Management System protocols.
• Identifies deficiencies in security processes; assesses the risks and non-compliance trends, performs root cause analysis of infractions and assists in formulating corrective action plans.
• Manages the development and submission of all security programs to host government regulators including International Security Program, Host Government Air Carrier Security Programs.

Benefits

• Travel Perks: You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: Access to health, dental, prescription and vision benefits from day one.
• Wellness Programs: Programs providing tools, resources and support for personal well-being.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire with employer contributions after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Air Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree