Safety And Compliance Manager

Vista; Bay City (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401k with company match

Life Insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flight benefits

Job summary

Vista Aircraft Maintenance in western Wisconsin seeks a Compliance and Safety Manager to oversee FAA Part 145 operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, updating manuals, and managing the SMS, audits, and CAPA processes across maintenance, quality, logistics, training and support.

Reporting to the General Manager, the role leads investigations, develops safety training, and collaborates with Maintenance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Training teams to advance a culture of quality

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Aviation Management, Engineering, Quality Management, or related field preferred or equivalent aviation industry experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.
• 5 years of experience in aviation maintenance, quality assurance, safety and regulatory compliance in a Part 145 Repair Station environment.
• 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regulatory approvals, certifications, and operational authorizations.
• Ensure manuals, policies, and procedures remain current and compliant.
• Administer and maintain the Safety Management System (SMS).
• Develop, implement, and monitor safety/compliance programs.
• Lead internal compliance and safety audits across departments.
• Manage CAPA and SMS programs.
• Lead investigations of deviations, audit findings, and non-conformances.
• Oversee document control and compliance records for inspections.
• Develop and deliver safety and compliance training.

Skills

FAA/regulations knowledge

SMS knowledge

Audit methodologies

Investigation/root cause analysis

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Aviation Management, Engineering, Quality Management, or related field

FAA A&P Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Compliance management systems

Job description

Vista Aircraft Maintenance is seeking to hire a Compliance and Safety Manager to join our team in western Wisconsin supporting a FAA Part 145 Repair station. As a Compliance and Safety Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact tasked with ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, customer, quality, and safety requirements. This position oversees continuous compliance, quality, auditing and regulatory interfaces to maintain certifications and secure approvals.

Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for Vista Members’ unrivaled fleet of over 300 aircraft worldwide, including light, super mid-size, long-range, and ultra-long-range models, with maintenance hubs strategically located across the U.S. and Europe.

This is a full-time, onsite position, reporting to the General Manager.

Compliance And Safety Manager Responsibilities

• Maintain regulatory approvals, certifications, and operational authorizations.
• Ensure company manuals, policies, and procedures remain current and compliant with applicable regulations.
• Administer and maintain the organization's Safety Management System (SMS).
• Develop, implement, and monitor safety and compliance programs that support regulatory and customer requirements.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct internal compliance and safety audits of maintenance, quality, logistics, training, and support functions.
• Manage the corrective and preventive action (CAPA) program/IEP and SMS program.
• Lead investigations involving compliance deviations, audit findings, and non-conformances.
• Oversee document control processes, including revisions, approvals, distribution, and retention. Maintain compliance records required for inspections and audits.
• Develop and deliver safety and compliance-related training and awareness programs.
• Conduct safety and compliance risk assessments and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide leadership and guidance; collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Training departments to ensure organizational safety and compliance objectives are achieved.

Required Education And Experience

• BS/BA in Aviation Management, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent aviation industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• 5 Years of experience in aviation maintenance, quality assurance, safety and regulatory compliance in a Part 145 Repair Station environment .
• 3 Years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent professional certification.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of FAA regulations and aviation industry safety and compliance standards.
• Strong understanding of SMS, IEP, CAPA and auditing methodologies.
• Proven ability to conduct investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action management.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and compliance management systems.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401k program with company matching and 100% vested immediately.
• Life Insurance and long/short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Empty leg flight benefits