Vice President of Safety and Compliance

Contour is a long-established aviation services company with diverse capabilities including scheduled airline operations, Part 91/135 aircraft management, on- demand charter, an aircraft sales division, a FAR Part 145/EASA certified aircraft maintenance facility providing airframe maintenance, avionics installations/repairs, and component overhaul services, and a FAR 141 pilot and maintenance training operation.  Our fleet of aircraft operates almost 20,000 flight segments annually and the Company is now ranked as one of the ten largest Part 135 operators in the country.

At Contour, our core values are at the heart of everything that we do and every decision we make. Constant throughout all our lines of business is a commitment to integrity and safety. Our team members consistently display an attitude of excellence and the ability to think like a customer.  We recognize that there is strength in unity and work together as a team to accomplish our ambitious goals.  

Contour is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.

Contour Airlines understands that some applicants may need reasonable accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@flycontour.com to discuss any specific needs that you may have.

Contour's rapid growth has created exciting employment opportunities. We invite you to become part of the family.

Summary of Essential Duties

• Responsible for the overall development, implementation, and oversight of flight, maintenance, ground, and corporate safety and security programs.


• Actively participates in all company SMS safety assurance working groups and responsible for the company standards board.


• Conducts safety risk management regularly to proactively identify and mitigate hazards.


• Executes investigations, identifies root causes and develops effective mitigation strategies. Through training, procedural enhancement, creative safety program development and awareness, actively reduce the number of on-the-job-injuries, accidents, and incidents.


• Directs the corporate Internal Evaluation Program (IEP).


• Ensures effectiveness and continuation of several safety programs including pilot, crew resource and maintenance Aviation Safety Action Programs (ASAP), Flight Operations Quality Assurance (FOQA), Fatigue Risk Management (FRMP), Line Operations Safety Audit (LOSA) audits and Safety Management System (SMS) programs.


• Develops and maintains the Contour Emergency Response Program.


• Maintains close liaison, and coordinates, with the FAA, NTSB, OSHA, TSA, and other government organizations.


• Responsible for company-wide compliance with OSHA and DOL standards including complaint investigations and company responses/actions. Development and execution of the company hearing conservation program.


• Identifies and executes forward-thinking processes and tool procurement for predictive analysis.


• Provide written reports which are clear, concise, and meaningful for all ground / aviation safety matters.


• When needed, perform duties as an active member of an aircraft accident board.


• When needed, coordinate first responder duties during an onsite accident.


• Assist in maintaining accident and incident records, files, and reports.


• Knowledgeable of OSHA, EPA, FAA, NTSB, and other appropriate federal, state and local regulations.


• Expert knowledge in the technical field of aviation safety and accident prevention and experience in use of DOD, FAA, NTSB, or ICAO documentation is required.


• Coordinates with departmental leadership to analyze and correct discrepancies ensuring all system are working properly.


• Ensures ongoing detailed and effective communications.


• Service as the Company’s AOSC.


• Oversight of internal and external audits including FAA, ARG/US, ISBAO, DOD, etc.


• Oversight of the Company’s tech publications.


• Oversight of the Company’s FAA SAS Portal


• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Be at least 23 years of age.


• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.


• Be authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.


• Must have experience and be highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, and related software.


• Able to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal history records check.


• Must understand, read, and write English.


• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.


• Possess strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills.


• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.


• Able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.


• Able to handle interruptions and a fast-paced environment.


• Maintain strong attention to detail.


• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others.


• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolutions skills.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.


• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.


• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.


• Knowledgeable of the Company general operations manual, general maintenance manual, FAA regulations, NTSB procedures, HMR 175, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight manuals, and all other material pertinent to duties.


• An Associate’s degree preferred.


• Minimum of 4+ years of aviation related experience.