Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
top-tier health and wellness benefits
Career growth opportunities
Inclusive and supportive work environment
extensive global route network travel opportunities
competitive salary
Retirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistance Programs
Job Description
United Airlines, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, is a leading major American airline known for its extensive global route network and commitment to delivering excellent customer service. As one of the largest airlines in the world, United Airlines operates both domestically and internationally, offering a range of services that include passenger transportation, cargo operations, and loyalty programs. The company emphasizes innovation, safety, and sustainability while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and develop their careers. United Airlines is recognized for its top-tier health and wellness benefits, growth opportunities, and commitment to diversity and equal opportunity. The... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience
- 12+ years of relevant experience
- 5+ years in progressive leadership positions with safety experience or exposure to operational safety management
- proven experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS) implementation and oversight
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- strong background in regulatory compliance and budget management
- must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
- consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience
- 12+ years of relevant experience
- 5+ years in progressive leadership positions with safety experience or exposure to operational safety management
- proven experience with Safety Management Systems (SMS) implementation and oversight
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- strong background in regulatory compliance and budget management
- must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
- consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
- master's degree - safety related or business (preferred)
- maintenance, operational and cross divisional experience (preferred)
- OSHA credentials, industrial hygiene training formal SMS training (preferred)
- formal aviation training or equivalent airline experience (preferred)
- continuous improvement experience (preferred)
Job Duties
- Lead and collaborate across United to drive safety culture and continuous improvement of our safety performance
- lead the enterprise-wide implementation and governance of the Safety Management System (SMS), ensuring operational groups align with established structures and processes
- build and analyze safety data and trends in collaboration with operational teams to identify root causes and implement targeted strategies that reduce risks
- provide clear, consistent reporting and executive-level presentations on safety performance, including regular updates, deep-dive analysis, and corrective actions
- communicate safety insights and expectations across all divisions and leadership levels to drive accountability, alignment, and proactive risk mitigation
- design, implement, and expand the safety excellence program to continue to build upon safety culture
- drive consistency across divisions by sharing best practices and establishing standardized approaches to build a cohesive and resilient safety culture
- shape and influence industry safety policy and governance working with FAA, OSHA, A4A, IATA, Airport and Regulatory Authorities
- provide divisional support ensuring a safe work environment, OSHA regulatory compliance and employee support
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