Senior

Senior Regulatory Strategist and Safety Manager

Herndon Area, US · On-site

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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:

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