Aviation Safety Specialist I - III

Entergy; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy seeks an entry-to-mid-level aviation safety support professional to assist with field safety observations, compliance documentation, and SMS implementation under guidance. You will gain foundational oversight across diverse aviation operations, including contractor monitoring and hazard identification.

The role emphasizes outdoor field work, FAA Part 133 knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to work independently in dynamic environments with varying schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; associates preferred.
• 2+ years in utility field or military aviation.
• Basic knowledge of FAA regulations Part 133.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Field operations 50%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field observations of aviation activities (helicopters, UAS, fixed-wing, vegetation management).
• Identify deviations and hazards during field operations.
• Monitor contractor personnel for qualifications, equipment readiness, and safety briefing adherence.
• Support landing zone (LZ) setup, CAP verification, and site readiness assessments.
• Contribute to safety briefings and tail board talks.
• Collaborate with contractors, pilots, and safety leadership.
• Ensure accuracy in reports, checklists, and compliance tracking.
• Maintain consistent presence and follow-through on assignments.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary/Purpose

Entry-to-mid-level professional who supports field safety observations, compliance documentation, and SMS implementation under the guidance of Aviation Safety & Governance Manager. Provides foundational aviation safety oversight, assisting with contractor monitoring, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance across diverse aviation operations.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct field observations of aviation activities (helicopters, UAS, fixed-wing, vegetation management)
• Identify deviations and hazards during field operations
• Monitor contractor personnel for qualifications, equipment readiness, and safety briefing adherence
• Support landing zone (LZ) setup, congested area plan (CAP) verification, and site readiness assessments
• Contribute to safety briefings and tail board talks
• Collaborate effectively with contractors, pilots, and safety leadership
• Ensure accuracy in reports, checklists, and compliance tracking
• Maintain consistent presence and follow-through on assignments
• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, outdoors
• Maintain flexibility to support changing project schedule
• Physical ability to carry safety equipment, work outdoors, comfortable in high operational tempo, high noise environments.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma required; associates preferred.
• Equivalent time or experience in utility field or military aviation 2+ years.
• Basic knowledge of FAA regulations Part 133, proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal skills, ability to work independently.
• Field operations 50%.