Sun Country Airlines

Safety Analyst

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,000.00 - $60,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Insurance
Health savings account
Dependent Care
Free standby travel
Discounted travel privileges
401(k) match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Life insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Employee assistance program
fitness incentive
Stop smoking support

Job Description

Sun Country Airlines is a distinguished airline with over 40 years of roots in Minnesota, recognized not just for providing air travel but for fostering an agile and resilient culture. They are a unique hybrid low-cost carrier that offers a broad range of services including scheduled passenger flights to destinations across the United States, Canada, Central America, and the Caribbean. Beyond passenger services, Sun Country Airlines also offers charter and cargo operations on a global scale, reflecting their versatility and expansive reach within the aviation industry. Their commitment to providing accessible travel options is paired with a strong emphasis on... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in aviation, safety, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
  • Experience in a high-volume operational environment, preferably within an airline or maintenance organization
  • FAA certification as an Aircraft Dispatcher, Pilot, or Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic
  • Knowledge of aviation safety programs
  • Familiarity with airline operational functions such as Dispatch, Flight Operations, Ground Operations, Inflight, and Technical Operations
  • Basic understanding of aircraft systems, MELs, dispatch procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations
  • Grasp of Safety Management System (SMS) principles including risk management, safety assurance, reporting, and promotion
  • Foundational knowledge of Crew Resource Management and aviation human factors
  • Excellent written communication skills for report writing, manual development, and correspondence with regulatory agencies
  • Data analysis and technical skills including statistical analysis and audit evaluation
  • Working knowledge of FAA Part 121 and Part 5 regulations and operational standards
  • Proficient in audit principles, risk management, and root cause analysis
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and safety tracking systems

Job Qualifications

  • Knowledge of aviation safety programs
  • Familiarity with airline operational functions such as Dispatch, Flight Operations, Ground Operations, Inflight, and Technical Operations
  • Basic understanding of aircraft systems, Minimum Equipment Lists (MELs), dispatch procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations
  • Grasp of Safety Management System (SMS) principles including risk management, safety assurance, reporting, and promotion
  • Foundational knowledge of Crew Resource Management and aviation human factors
  • Excellent written communication skills for report writing, manual development, and correspondence with regulatory agencies
  • Data analysis and technical skills including statistical analysis and audit evaluation
  • Working knowledge of FAA Part 121 and Part 5 regulations and operational standards
  • Proficient in audit principles, risk management, and root cause analysis
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and safety tracking systems

Job Duties

  • Assist in the execution, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the company's Safety Management System (SMS)
  • Serve as a safety investigator for operational events and auditor within the Internal Evaluation Program (IEP)
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret safety data to identify hazards, trends, and emerging risks
  • Support administration of safety databases, develop analytical models, and generate performance reports for management
  • Prepare dashboards and presentations for various weekly and monthly safety reviews and Board meetings
  • Develop safety alerts, newsletters, studies, and promotional materials to communicate safety trends and lessons learned
  • Support the company's Safety Assurance programs through risk assessments and tracking of corrective actions
  • Act as an ambassador for safety promotion, reinforcing Just Culture principles and SMS engagement across departments
  • Review, process, and analyze safety reports including Operational Irregularity/Safety, ASAP, Fatigue, identifying systemic issues and trends
  • Track and investigate security-related events, evaluate TSA Letters of Investigation and CBP Notices of Civil Penalty, and coordinate process improvements to mitigate future risk
  • Participate in the Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA) Monitoring Team, analyze flight data, and provide actionable insights
  • Support the company's workplace safety initiatives by identifying and mitigating hazards and collaborating with operational teams to reduce employee injury rates

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location