About this role
About the Role Entry-to-mid-level aviation safety professional who supports field safety observations, compliance documentation, and SMS implementation under the guidance of the Aviation Safety & Governance Manager. Provides foundational aviation safety oversight, assisting with contractor monitoring, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance across diverse aviation operations. What You'll Do
- Conduct field observations of aviation activities (helicopters, UAS, fixed-wing, vegetation management)
- Identify deviations and hazards during field operations
- Monitor contractor personnel for qualifications, equipment readiness, and safety briefing adherence
- Support landing zone (LZ) setup, congested area plan (CAP) verification, and site readiness assessments
- Contribute to safety briefings and tail board talks
- Collaborate effectively with contractors, pilots, and safety leadership
- Ensure accuracy in reports, checklists, and compliance tracking
- Maintain consistent presence and follow-through on assignments
- Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, outdoors
- Maintain flexibility to support changing project schedule
- Physical ability to carry safety equipment, work outdoors, comfortable in high operational tempo, high noise environments What We're Looking For
- High School Diploma required; Associates preferred
- Equivalent time or experience in utility field or military aviation
- 2+ years minimum experience
- Basic knowledge of FAA regulations Part 133
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Field operations with travel expectations (approximately 50% travel)
- Travel: 25-50% Nice to Have
- Associate degree preferred
- Experience implementing or supporting Safety Management Systems (SMS)
- Experience in utility field or military aviation
- Comfort operating in high noise outdoor environments Compensation & Benefits