Chicago, IL, United States
2 days ago
Senior Investigator

Find your future at United We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000 connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.

Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.

As an airline, safety is our most important principle. And our Corporate Safety team is responsible for making sure safety is top of mind in every action we take. From conducting flight safety investigations and educating pilots on potential safety threats to implementing medical programs and helping prevent employee injuries, our team is instrumental in running a safe and successful airline for our customers and employees.

Key Responsibilities:

A Senior Investigator, Flight Safety has three specific responsibilities: the Party Coordinator/Accident Secretary, the Investigator-in-Charge (IIC), and the Investigator on Call (IOC).

Serves as the Party Coordinator or Accident Secretary to support an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) or International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 13 investigative agency, depending on the location of occurrence. Acts as the Investigator-In-Charge (IIC) for internal safety-related events.Monitors the operation as the Investigator on Call (IOC) on a rotating, weekly basis and reports required occurrences to the NTSB or the corresponding ICAO Annex 13 investigative agency, as requiredAuthors technical safety promotional documentation for frontline partners, Company Leadership, and industry leaders, where appropriateDocuments identified hazards and proposed mitigations in support of our Safety Management System (SMS)Supports the Senior Manager, Flight Safety Investigations (FSI) Accident Technical Response (ATR) in ensuring continued technical response preparedness domestically and internationally

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table

Find your future at United We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000 connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.

Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.

As an airline, safety is our most important principle. And our Corporate Safety team is responsible for making sure safety is top of mind in every action we take. From conducting flight safety investigations and educating pilots on potential safety threats to implementing medical programs and helping prevent employee injuries, our team is instrumental in running a safe and successful airline for our customers and employees.

Key Responsibilities:

A Senior Investigator, Flight Safety has three specific responsibilities: the Party Coordinator/Accident Secretary, the Investigator-in-Charge (IIC), and the Investigator on Call (IOC).

Serves as the Party Coordinator or Accident Secretary to support an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) or International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 13 investigative agency, depending on the location of occurrence. Acts as the Investigator-In-Charge (IIC) for internal safety-related events.Monitors the operation as the Investigator on Call (IOC) on a rotating, weekly basis and reports required occurrences to the NTSB or the corresponding ICAO Annex 13 investigative agency, as requiredAuthors technical safety promotional documentation for frontline partners, Company Leadership, and industry leaders, where appropriateDocuments identified hazards and proposed mitigations in support of our Safety Management System (SMS)Supports the Senior Manager, Flight Safety Investigations (FSI) Accident Technical Response (ATR) in ensuring continued technical response preparedness domestically and internationally

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Aeronautics, Aeronautical Engineering, Aviation Maintenance, Aviation Safety4-5 years of Aviation Safety-related experienceStrong technical writing ability Working knowledge of Part 121 Operations and voluntary safety reporting programsStrong written, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skillsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionWhat will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):Bachelors degree in Aircraft Accident/Incident Investigation certificationCommerical Pilot’s Certificate with Instrument Rating; Airframe Powerplant (AP) Certificate; Aircraft Dispatcher CertificateCommerical Pilot’s Certificate with Instrument Rating and 3 years of Aviation Safety-related experienceAviation accident/incident investigation experienceEmergency Response expertiseFamiliarity with 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 830 and ICAO Annex 13 regulationsWhat’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Aeronautics, Aeronautical Engineering, Aviation Maintenance, Aviation Safety4-5 years of Aviation Safety-related experienceStrong technical writing ability Working knowledge of Part 121 Operations and voluntary safety reporting programsStrong written, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skillsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionWhat will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):Bachelors degree in Aircraft Accident/Incident Investigation certificationCommerical Pilot’s Certificate with Instrument Rating; Airframe Powerplant (AP) Certificate; Aircraft Dispatcher CertificateCommerical Pilot’s Certificate with Instrument Rating and 3 years of Aviation Safety-related experienceAviation accident/incident investigation experienceEmergency Response expertiseFamiliarity with 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 830 and ICAO Annex 13 regulations
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