Safety Director - Aviation

STV is seeking a Safety Director – Aviation to join our national aviation team. This position is based onsite at our aviation client site in Philadelphia, PA.

This position is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the organization's aviation safety program during construction build. This role develops, implements, and continuously improves safety policies, procedures, and compliance programs to ensure a proactive safety culture while meeting all applicable FAA, OSHA, and regulatory requirements. The Safety Director partners with executive leadership and operations to identify risks, drive corrective actions, and promote operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the organization's Safety Management System (SMS) in accordance with FAA regulations and industry best practices.
• Develop, implement, and maintain aviation safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership, communication, and employee engagement.
• Conduct hazard identification, risk assessments, and safety audits across all aviation operations.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and safety events, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare reports for executive leadership and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, OSHA requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local safety standards.
• Manage internal and external safety audits and regulatory inspections.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for flight crews, maintenance personnel, and operational staff.
• Foster continuous improvement through data analysis, trend monitoring, and proactive safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive aviation experience, including at least 5 years in aviation safety leadership.
• Comprehensive knowledge of FAA regulations, Safety Management Systems (SMS), aviation risk management, and accident investigation.
• Experience leading regulatory audits and compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing organizational safety culture.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.

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Compensation Range:

$130,962.60 - $149,671.54

STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) • Paid Holidays (9 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.