Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) Specialist

Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you. 

The Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) Specialist DOE supports the ASAP programs at Alaska Airlines (AS), Horizon Airlines (QX), and Hawaiian Airlines (HA). This position is instrumental in promoting a culture of continuous safety improvement and risk reduction across the organization.

In the entry level (P1):

• Helps facilitates ASAP program, Event Review Committee (ERC) meetings, report processing, action item tracking, and communication.
• Provides input on program requirements and procedures based on Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines.
• Provide back-up to leading the ERC to consensus as necessary.
• Maintains good working relationships within the company, the FAA, and with union representatives.
• Promotes Safety Management System (SMS ) by facilitating the development of tools and techniques that strengthen safety assurance and safety risk management.
• Under the direction of the ASAP Manager, identifies ineffective risk controls, new hazards, process and procedure changes, and other required Safety Risk Managment (SRM) triggers.
• Emulates the safety team key competencies: safety advocacy, professional curiosity, analytical approach, personal accountability for results, credibility with peers, subordinates and leaders, and thoughtful and effective communication skills.
• Performs continuous analysis of ASAP data to identify trends, safety concerns, and effectiveness of safety risk controls.
• Helps support the tracking, analyzing, and communicating ASAP metrics.
• Prepares analyses of ASAP reports and advises the Event Review Committee (ERC) of safety trends for use in corrective action recommendations.

In the intermediate level (P2):

• Facilitates ASAP program, Event Review Committee (ERC) meetings, report processing, action item tracking, and communication.
• Provides subject matter expertise on program requirements and procedures based on FAA guidelines.
• Leads the ERC to consensus as necessary.
• Interfaces with all levels of management, including presenting at monthly Vice President safety meetings.
• Maintains good working relationships within Alaska Air Group (AAG) , the FAA, and with union representatives.
• Promotes SMS by facilitating the development of tools and techniques that strengthen safety assurance and safety risk management.
• Performs assessments to help identify ineffective risk controls, new hazards, process and procedure changes, and other required SRM triggers within the AAG SMS.
• Emulates the safety team key competencies: safety advocacy, professional curiosity, analytical approach, personal accountability for results, credibility with peers, subordinates and leaders, and thoughtful and effective communication skills.
• Performs continuous analysis of ASAP data to identify trends, safety concerns, and effectiveness of safety risk controls.
• Serves as the primary focal for tracking, analyzing, and communicating ASAP metrics.
• Prepares analyses of ASAP reports and advises the Event Review Committee (ERC) of safety trends for use in corrective action recommendations.
• Attends cross-divisional working groups on behalf of the ERC to present deidentified ASAP data ensuring a holistic SMS view.
• Conducts training for new ERC members and participates in awareness campaigns for frontline employees.

In the senior level (P3):

• Facilitates ASAP program, Event Review Committee (ERC) meetings, report processing, action item tracking, and communication.
• Acts as a subject matter expertise on program requirements and procedures based on FAA guidelines.
• Leads the ERC to consensus as necessary.
• Interfaces with all levels of management, including presenting at monthly Vice President safety meetings.
• Maintains good working relationships within AAG, the FAA, and with union representatives.
• Promotes SMS by facilitating the development of tools and techniques that strengthen safety assurance and safety risk management.
• Leads assessments and identifies SRM triggers in coordination with the SMS Safety Program Manager.
• Sets an example for the safety team key competencies: safety advocacy, professional curiosity, analytical approach, personal accountability for results, credibility with peers, subordinates & leaders, and thoughtful and effective communication skills.
• Leads efforts for continuous analysis of ASAP data to identify trends, safety concerns, and effectiveness of safety risk controls.
• Serves as the primary focal for tracking, analyzing, and communicating ASAP metrics.
• Prepares analyses of ASAP reports and advises the Event Review Committee (ERC) of safety trends for use in corrective action recommendations.
• Coordinates and facilitates training for new ERC members and participates in awareness campaigns for frontline employees.
• Provides training and guidance to team members, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills necessary to perform their roles effectively and efficiently.
• Tracks program metrics and milestones, such as newsletter publication, annual reviews for their respective programs, etc.
• Acts as ASAP subject matter expert in cross-divisional working groups on behalf of the ERC to present deidentified ASAP data ensuring a holistic SMS view.
• Serves as the primary focal for making revisions and updates to the ASAP Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Works with the Safety team to maintain a culture of continuous ASAP improvement.
• Acts on behalf of the ASAP Manager as required.

Required All:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Effective communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening).

Entry Level (P1) –

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Safety, or related field or 2 years of relevant training experience in lieu of this degree.

Intermediate Level (P2) –

• 2 years of aviation experience in any of the following areas: aviation safety, or airline operations.
• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Aviation, Safety, or related field or an additional two years relevant experience in lieu of this degree.
• Detailed oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Able to balance competing demands while producing quality results in an ever-evolving environment.
• Ability to lead weekly meetings which include members from the FAA, union(s), and company managers or directors.

Senior Level (P3) –

• 4 years of experience in Aviation Safety Action Program, safety, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree, with a focus in Aviation, Safety, or a related discipline or an additional two years of relevant experience/training in lieu of this degree.
• Lead regular meetings which include members from the FAA, union(s), and company managers or directors.
• Subject matter expertise on the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) as detailed in FAA Advisory Circular 120-66, the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and other FAA guidance.
• Advanced knowledge of how each division ERC operates and ability to facilitate any ERC and interface with all divisions and leaders.
• Effective communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening).
• Detail oriented and highly organized, with ability to work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of safety reporting in general and Safety Management System (SMS).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Able to balance competing demands while producing quality results in an ever-changing environment.

Preferred

• Knowledge, training, or experience in one or more groups covered by ASAP: Pilot, Flight Attendant, Dispatcher, Ground, Mechanic, or ASAP experience.
• Knowledge of the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) as detailed in FAA Advisory Circular 120-66, the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and other FAA guidance.
• Knowledge of safety reporting in general and Safety Management System (SMS).
• Proficiency using the following AAG databases: JCTE Crew scheduling, FOGS, TRAX, EtQ, or Intelex.
• FAA certificated airman or military equivalent preferred – private pilot license, commercial/ATP, airframe/mechanic, dispatcher, etc.
• Statistical analysis experience and skills

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Entry Level (P1): $78,000 - $89,750

Intermediate Level (P2) - $78,000 - $114,600

Senior Level (P3): $97,200 - $145,800

Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.

Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Quarterly and annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off
   

For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement  
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.   
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.  

We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”).  All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.   

To implement this policy, we will: 

(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories; 

(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and 

(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories. 

Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions  of VEVRAA. 

Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations 
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.