Executive Jet Management

Director, Aviation Safety

Executive Jet Management$120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Aviation Management
  • 8-10 years in an aviation management role or line pilot experience with certified air carrier
  • Knowledge of on-demand or fractional aviation operations and FAA regulations
  • Strong leadership abilities to manage multiple projects
  • Experience with root-cause analysis and process development
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and analytical problem-solving
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage aviation and ground safety programs including ASAP and FOQA
  • Analyze data for ground and flight hazards; recommend safety improvements
  • Develop and analyze safety-related metrics to identify trends
  • Lead investigations to determine root causes and prevention recommendations
  • Coordinate incident and accident investigations, collaborating with NTSB as necessary

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with no monthly premiums
  • 401(k) plan with a 67% match on contributions
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Comprehensive prescription drug plan
  • Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
  • Long-term disability and legal plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off
Full Job Description
Purpose of Position

The Director, Aviation Safety is accountable for the safety of Executive Jet Management (EJM) flight and ground safety programs. The Director, Aviation Safety is responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures are established, communicated and trained, and that safety is a part of every job and activity.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Oversight and management of aviation and ground safety programs to include; Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP), Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) program and others as required
  • Directs data analysis and trending for ground and flight hazards. Work with Flight Operations and Maintenance teams to recommend safety improvements
  • Directs and approves the development and analysis of relevant flight and ground safety related metrics to identify trends and safety program enhancement opportunities
  • Leads and oversees all related investigations to determine root cause and make recommendations for prevention. Retains oversight of all investigations
  • 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


Note:

It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position.

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration or Aviation Management

Years of Experience

8-10 years of experience

Core Competencies

Attitude
Communication & Listening Skills
Delivers an Exceptional Service Experience
Ensures the Safe Operation of Flight
Initiative
Interest in Company & Position
Knowledge of Specific Job Skills
Leads Flight Department Success
Maintains Proficiency and Compliance
Related Education or Training
Related Job Experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)

  • 8+ years in an aviation management position (maintenance, dispatch, scheduling, in-flight), or serve as a line pilot, with a certified air carrier (91K, 135 or 121).
  • Working knowledge of on-demand or fractional aviation program's operations, regulations, FAA specifications and technical requirements.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to effectively manage multiple work groups and projects.
  • Experience with root-cause analysis and process development.
  • Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • PC Skills including MS office Suite (word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.


How EJM Supports You

At EJM, we believe that how you do something is as important as what you do. That's why we foster a collaborative company culture, where leadership is accessible, employee opinions are valued, and relationships matter. We encourage employee growth, recognize the importance of work-life balance, and take pride in being a career destination.

To ensure our employees are taken care of at work and at home, we offer a comprehensive package of premium benefits, including:
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available with no monthly premiums
  • 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute matched by EJM
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Prescription drug benefit plan
  • Life insurance and AD&D benefits
  • Company-paid short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Legal plan
  • Paid Time Off


About Executive Jet Management

Executive Jet Management is a private jet charter company that provides aircraft management, private jet charter, and maintenance services. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Addison, Texas. Executive Jet Management is a subsidiary of NetJets, which is a Berkshire Hathaway company. The company has a fleet of over 300 private jets and operates in more than 170 countries. Executive Jet Management has received numerous awards for its safety and service, including the ARGUS Platinum rating and the IS-BAO Stage 3 certification.
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