Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,000.00 - $60,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Insurance
Health savings account
Dependent Care
travel privileges
401(k) match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Employee assistance program
fitness incentive
Stop smoking support
Job Description
Sun Country Airlines is a unique hybrid low-cost carrier with roots extending over 40 years in Minnesota. Known for its agility, resilience, and innovative spirit, the airline offers travelers access to a broad range of destinations across the United States, Canada, Central America, and the Caribbean. In addition to scheduled passenger flights, Sun Country Airlines also operates charter and cargo services worldwide. This combination of services highlights the airline's commitment to connecting communities and making travel more attainable for everyone. The company's culture emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a collective effort to support each other, travelers, and the broader community. This... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Safety, or related field or equivalent experience
- 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
- Data analysis and technical skills including statistical analysis
- Working knowledge of FAA Part 121 and Part 5 regulations
- 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, 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
- Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Safety, or a related field or equivalent professional experience preferred
- Experience in a high-volume operational environment preferably within an airline or maintenance organization preferred
- FAA certification as an Aircraft Dispatcher, Pilot, or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic preferred
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 all safety reports (Operational Irregularity/Safety, ASAP, Fatigue), identifying systemic issues and trends
- Track and investigate security-related events, evaluate TSA Letters of Investigation (LOIs) and CBP Notices of Civil Penalty, and coordinate process improvements to mitigate future risk
- Participate in the FOQA Monitoring Team, analyze flight data, and provide actionable insights to management, the pilot group, and the FAA
- Support 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
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