Associate Director Flight Safety (Audit)

We are looking for a motivated and experienced leader to join our team. This role is pivotal in overseeing all aspects of Flight Safety, managing the Safety Management System, and ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards within the aviation domain. This position is critical for fostering a culture of safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across flight operations and organizational processes. The ideal candidate will excel in fostering teamwork, implementing effective processes, and ensuring that team deliverables align with company goals.

Role & responsibilities

• Lead the organization's flight safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with international, national, and organizational safety regulations and best practices (e.g., ICAO, FAA, EASA)
• Identify and assess flight safety risks, implementing proactive mitigation strategies
• Develop and maintain a robust flight risk assessment program tailored to the organizations needs
• Oversee the development and implementation of quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with aviation regulations, operational standards, and customer expectations.
• Establish and maintain a robust auditing process for internal and external operations, including vendors and contractors.
• Ensure all regulatory compliance with respect to domestic and international requirements. Stay informed of the changes and ensure organizational readiness and compliance.
• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in flight safety and quality assurance processes.

Preferred candidate profile

Should be a certified AME engineer (preferably B1 on A320/321 &/or ATR 72-600) with a min. of 10 years of certifying experience.

In addition to the above, candidates with below experience will be preferred:

• experience in Quality/ Technical services/ DDI

experience in liasoning with regulatory authority .

Skills

• Proven leadership abilities with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with relevant software and technology tools

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and vision for long-term safety and quality improvements
• Strong commitment to regulatory compliance and ethical practices
• Ability to lead high-pressure investigations and implement effective solutions
• Proactive and detail-oriented with a focus on achieving measurable results