Airbus

Senior Regulatory Strategist and Safety Manager

Airbus • $100K — $130K *
Herndon, VA 20171In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
6 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years' experience with FAA regulations and US Government agencies
  • Cross-disciplinary knowledge in aircraft manufacturing and maintenance operations
  • Experience in quality and regulatory functions
  • Familiarity with Safety Management System (SMS) regulations preferred

Responsibilities

  • Track and analyze regulatory changes from US agencies impacting operations.
  • Disseminate knowledge to support implementation of new rules internally.
  • Guide solutions for regulatory compliance in company procedures.
  • Prepare quality requirements for customer service activities.
  • Develop relationships with regulatory bodies like FAA and EASA.
  • Act as focal point for Safety Management activities in North America.
  • Support internal audits and maintain FAA repair station compliance.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence strategic regulation compliance and quality in aviation.
  • Engagement with high-level regulatory authorities like FAA and EASA.
  • Collaboration with a dynamic international team across US and Latin America.
  • Role offers substantial impact on customer service and operational safety.
  • Participation in professional development and industry-related activities.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Airbus requires regulatory and safety expertise in order to establish the competence & authority enabling it to ensure Airbus processes comply with regulatory and safety requirements of the Aviation Authorities (including NAA's) in order to support our Operators. The Senior Regulatory Strategist and Safety Manager role at Airbus will provide guidance and is consulted on the implementation of and compliance with these rules to support our operators. This role will also apply the intelligence cycle (planning & direction, collection, analysis, dissemination) to recognize threats and opportunities, anticipate trends or developments that might have a direct impact on the company.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Rule Making & Regulation Monitoring: 50%
  • Track rulemaking and regulatory changes of US Govt. agencies (e.g. DoT, FAA, FCC, CDC, etc.) to determine the impact on Airbus Americas customer operations and satisfaction.
  • Disseminate knowledge internally and support stakeholders for implementation of new rules.
  • Guide / suggest solutions to support our business in the application of requirements
  • Review and prepare quality requirements related to relevant regulations for Airbus America Customer Service activities.
  • Participation in the preparation of risk assessments and risk / opportunities management in the bid phase
  • Publish regular customer communication about upcoming mandates visible to Airbus
  • Develop and maintain relationships with FAA Flight Standards and Aircraft Certification as they are the major interfaces between Airbus Americas and its customers
  • Understand the bi-lateral agreements between EASA and FAA with regard to maintenance procedures
  • Develop and maintain relationships with A4A, AVA,RAA, and NACA


  • Safety Management System Officer (SMS): 30%
  • Act as a focal point and Safety & Risk Management (SOW) relay for SMS activities for the North American Customer Service region
  • Participate to the ISOEG regional meeting (under Operational Safety Enhancement leadership)
  • Work in close cooperation with the Customer Service Safety & Risk Management team
  • Collaborate with Latin American SMS Officer to align SMS efforts in the 2 Regions


  • Major Repairs 14 CFR Part 145 Organization Quality Manager: 15%
  • Support the Major Repairs organization as the regional quality expert
  • Maintain and recommend revisions for the A45.7 FAA repair station manual for Airbus
  • Assist and oversee internal audits for the organization in the region
  • Act as the primary point of contact for FAA and EASA inspectors during surveillance audits and inspections
  • Support and assure compliance with and maintain compliance to 14 CFR Part 120 (Drug and Alcohol program)


Additional Responsibilities: 5%

Other duties as assigned:

Qualified Experience and Training:

Education:

Required
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial engineering , other related discipline or equivalent experience


Experience:

Required
  • >10 Years of in-depth knowledge of US Govt. agencies with a focus on FAA regulations (e.g. DoT, FAA, FCC, CDC, etc.)
  • Cross-disciplinary knowledge in aircraft/parts manufacture/delivery, repairs maintenance activities and associated compliance.
  • Quality and regulatory function experience


Preferred
  • In depth knowledge of SMS regulations, as defined by EASA & NAA's derived from ICAO Annex 19 - Safety Management.
  • Extensive knowledge of Aircraft Operations, Systems and Maintenance Practices
  • Project management


Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

Required
  • Developed soft skills in communications, stakeholder management, networking, autonomous, innovative, open, with a speak-up mind set.


Communication Skills:

Required:
  • Fluent English language skills required


Preferred:
  • Ability to communicate in French. Spanish and/or German a plus


Job Dimensions:
  • Strategic influence as it pertains to rulemaking bodies impact of US operators
  • Customer relationships


This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Americas Customer Services, Inc.

Employment Type:
US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Strategy & Policy

About Airbus

Airbus SE is a European multinational aerospace corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells civil and military aeronautical products worldwide. The company operates in three segments: Airbus, Airbus Helicopters, and Airbus Defence and Space. The Airbus segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells commercial jet aircraft of approximately 100 seats; and regional turboprop aircraft and aircraft components, as well as provides aircraft conversion and related services. The Airbus Helicopters segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells civil and military helicopters; and offers helicopter related services. The Airbus Defence and Space segment develops, manufactures, markets, and sells military aircraft, such as combat, mission, transport, and tanker aircraft; and missile systems, military satellites, and defence electronics, as well as provides defence related services. The company was formerly known as Airbus Group SE and changed its name to Airbus SE in April 2017. Airbus SE was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Blagnac, France.
Learn more about Airbus
Size
135,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
2000
* Ladders Estimates

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