Skywise Safety Officer (SQC Lead)

Airbus; Toulouse; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Skywise, a leading digital services company wholly owned by Airbus, seeks a Safety Officer to strengthen Safety Management across functions. You will define safety objectives, manage risks, and drive continuous safety improvements within a dynamic, international team.

The role sits in the Safety, Quality & Certification team within OPEX and focuses on shaping global practices, promoting Just & Fair Culture, and ensuring regulatory compliance across Skywise products and operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Safety, Quality, Operations, or Engineering in aviation.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar.
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysis tools.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Knowledge of aviation approval environments (ATM/ANS 2017/373, eTSO, EASA Part-IS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define Safety Objectives and SMS for Skywise products and services.
• Perform Safety Risk Management and coordinate root cause analyses with Cross-Functional Teams.
• Monitor Safety Performance Indicators and contribute to dashboards and reviews.
• Promote a positive safety culture and encourage reporting of safety concerns.

Skills

Safety management

Risk assessment

Root cause analysis

English proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Google Suite

Logicgate

Airbus internal software

Job description

Job Description:

Skywise is a leading digital services company, wholly owned by Airbus. We deliver a first-of-its-kind offer that seamlessly integrates Planning & Operations Control, Flight, Technical, and Ground Operations. By providing interoperable digital solutions for end-to-end operations, Skywise combines aircraft manufacturer expertise and digital know-how to transform operational complexity into predictable and profitable performance, ensuring resilient and more sustainable operations.

As a Safety Officer, you will integrate into a dynamic and highly motivated collective, driven by the ambition to bring tangible added value and optimize operational efficiency while continuously elevating safety standards. You will actively contribute to shaping global practices, making Skywise both safer and more efficient.

The officer is part of the Safety, Quality & Certification team within the Operational Excellence (OPEX) function, and may take on several different tasks within the team depending on capability, interest, and needs of the business. The Safety Officer plays a key role in supporting the rest of the company's functions to achieve the above goal.

Responsibilities:

1. Define Safety Objectives: Maintain the Skywise Safety Management System (SMS) network across all functions and products, issuing and updating nomination letters for safety representatives. Define Safety Objectives based on Skywise products & services Regularly review and update safety policies and SMS guidelines to reflect operational standards and regulatory compliance.
2. Safety Risk Management (SRM): Collect and confirm potential systemic safety topics, threats, and weak signals originating from operational teams, speak‑up channels (direct reporting, line management, local reporting tools), or management of change activities. Perform safety risk assessments evaluating severity and likelihood according to defined risk criteria. Coordinate and support Multi‑Functional Teams (MFT) in conducting root cause analyses (using Practical Problem Solving) and defining effective risk mitigation action plans. Ensure immediate containment actions are taken in case of an imminent impact on product safety.
3. Safety Assurance & Monitoring: Monitor the progress and effectiveness of safety risk controls and mitigation action plans within your local perimeter. Follow up on Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs) and contribute data to OPEX and SMS dashboards. Prepare and participate in SMS operation reviews and alignment meetings with SMS representatives and OPEX Escalate critical or cross‑functional systemic safety risks to upper management levels or the Airbus SMS network when local resolution requires additional support.
4. Safety Promotion & Culture: Promote a positive Safety Culture and uphold Just & Fair Culture principles across local operational teams. Encourage employee engagement in reporting safety concerns without fear of retribution. Deliver global safety awareness briefings and team talks. Share lessons learned, best practices, and communication materials locally to maintain high safety awareness.

Must Haves:

• 5+ years of experience in Safety, Quality, Operations, or Engineering, in the aviation industry, sufficient to understand the impact of Safety & Quality on commercial airline flight, ground and technical operations.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysis tools (e.g., Practical Problem Solving - PPS, 5 WHYS, PFMEA).
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) is mandatory, as it is the official working language.
• Knowledge of aviation approval environments, specifically Data Service Provider (ATM/ANS 2017/373), eTSO, and EASA Part-IS will be a plus.
• Familiarity with International SMS standards (ICAO Annex 19, SM-0001) will be a plus.
• Experience in an AS9100 and/or ISO27001 environment including previous experience with internal auditing

Software You'll Use:

• Google Suite/similar environment competently, with emphasis on Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Slides.
• Logicgate (internal Governance, Risk & Compliance Tool)
• Airbus internal software

Nice to Haves:

• Effective time management skills; capable of managing multiple competing priorities and meeting deadlines in a dynamic technical environment
• Analytical and problem solving
• Ability to combine a detail oriented approach when necessary, with pragmatism
• Ability to drive change, promote a speak‑up culture, and influence positive safety mindsets.
• Analytical mindset with the capability to challenge rationales and synthesize complex operational data into actionable insights.
• Effective interpersonal skills, adaptable to all levels of the organization: Listening, providing meaning, and influencing
• Adapt well to change

What we Offer:

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility Flexible working hours with a hybrid model (3 days per week in our Blagnac office). 25 annual paid leave days + Collective and individual JRTT (