Flight Operations & Safety Program Manager

Cirrus Aircraft; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft seeks a Flight Operations and Safety Program Manager to lead FOQA program development, data-driven training enhancements, and safety initiatives across pilot groups. You will partner with leadership to analyze flight data and integrate key safety priorities into training and flight operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with directors and the Chief Pilot to align programs with organizational safety goals and fleet performance objectives across Cirrus locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Aeronautical Science, or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated experience building and managing a FOQA program, or 4–7 years in flight operations management or safety program management.
• Strong analytical skills with emphasis on statistical analysis (e.g., ANOVA) and FOQA/FDM data experience.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities with cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of the FOQA program.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align and launch safety initiatives.
• Develop data-driven training improvements based on FOQA data and incidents.
• Advise on fleet performance data and safety insights for training and operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

FOQA data

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Overview

The Flight Operationsand Safety Program Manager will support the development, implementation, andenhancement of safety, training, and operational initiatives at CirrusAircraft. This role will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders toanalyze flight data, improve training programs, and manage safety strategies.The successful candidate will work closely with leadership to shape operationalpriorities and integrate key safety initiatives across the pilot and flightinstructor groups.

Responsibilities

FOQA Establishment:

• Lead the design and implementation of the company's Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) program.
• Work closely with the Chief Pilot, Flight Operations Directors, Director of Air Safety, and VP of Human Resources to ensure alignment and a smooth program launch.

Training Program Improvement:

• Collaborate with the Director of Air Safety, Flight Operations leadership, Training Program Managers, and the Director of Training Development to identify and recommend improvements to existing training programs based on accident/incident and FOQA data.
• Develop a data-driven "Top 5 Training Program Improvements" list, updated annually or as needed based on critical safety findings.
• Champion the implementation of safety initiatives designed to reduce identified areas of concern.

Cirrus Data Analysis and Fleet Performance:

• Advise the Cirrus IQ team on the development and analysis of fleet performance data, ensuring alignment with training program needs.
• Establish, implement, and oversee an internal FOQA program across all Cirrus pilot groups.

Safety Threat Mitigation:

• Partner with Flight Operations, company pilot groups, and location leaders to identify safety threats specific to each location or pilot group.
• Advise on mitigation strategies and ensure safety insights are incorporated into training and flight operations programs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Aeronautical Science, or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated experience building and managing a FOQA program, or a minimum of 4-7 years of experience in flight operations management or safety program management.
• Strong analytical skills, with a focus on statistical analysis (e.g., ANOVA) and experience working with FOQA/FDM data.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities with experience collaborating across multiple departments.

Preferred Experience:

• FAA Commercial Pilot License.
• Previous experience with collegiate aviation programs or airline operations.
• Proficiency with Power BI or other data visualization tools.

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being:Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
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