Thrive Aviation | Chief Pilot

Director of Safety

Location: Henderson, NV

Position Summary

The Director of Safety serves as a pivotal leader within the Flight Operations team. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, organized, and team-oriented professional dedicated to fostering an industry-leading culture of safety through strategic innovation and leadership.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute all duties as the Director of Safety as mandated by the Safety Management System (SMS) Manual.
• Oversee all third-party safety audits.
• Convene the Safety Advisory Committee to address identified safety issues, hazards, and risks in accordance with the SMS and Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
• Appoint Safety Officers to facilitate internal evaluation audits and hazardous safety reporting.
• Manage the WBAT Safety and Reporting System and associated programs.
• Administer all hazardous and safety reports, including the delegation of investigations, root cause analysis, and documentation closeouts.
• Develop and administer an Event Review Committee (ERC) to address significant safety events or accidents.
• Conduct initial and annual recurrent SMS and ERP training.
• Manage and update the SMS and ERP manuals annually.
• Administer management of change procedures for policies, programs, and organizational adjustments.
• Schedule and lead annual ERP tabletop or simulated emergency drills.
• Manage the Fatigue Management System and the Fatigue Risk Review Committee (FRRC).
• Ensure organizational compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Assist in the development and management of ASAP, FOQA, and other aviation safety reporting programs.
• Create and conduct an annual company-wide Safety Stand Down program.
• Serve as the Company Drug Program Manager.
• Maintain comprehensive employee training records via electronic storage.
• Attend annual professional development and safety training seminars.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or a related field; OR 5+ years of aircraft maintenance and inspection experience with a Part 135 operator.
• Expert-level knowledge of FAA regulations regarding aircraft maintenance.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and company safety requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of flight line operations, aircraft/vehicle movement, and safety hazards.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of industry-specific software (FL3XX) is highly preferred.
• Ability to travel as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk or stand on level/inclined surfaces for up to 3 hours per day and sit for up to 5 hours per day.
• Capability to lift up to 30 lbs to 4 feet, 20 lbs to 7 feet, and occasionally up to 80 lbs.
• Capability to carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to crouch, crawl, grasp, use finger dexterity, bend joints, and reach above/below shoulders.
• Ability to routinely climb and descend stairs.

Work Environment

The position is primarily based in an office environment with a moderate noise level. The role requires occasional time in aircraft hangars, which may involve non-temperature-controlled and high-noise environments.