Air Carrier Compliance Lead (Aviation)

TL;DR

Air Carrier Compliance Lead (Aviation): Lead audits and regulatory oversight for Part 121, 125, and 135 air carrier operations with an accent on compliance documentation, gap identification, and operational support. Focus on managing manuals, coordinating corrective actions, and ensuring FAA adherence across operators.

Location: Onsite at the Dallas Training Facility in Dallas, Texas. Minimal travel required (less than 10%).

Company

Leader in aviation simulation, training, and mission readiness for nearly 80 years.

What you will do

• Lead audits for Part 121, 125, and 135 operations, including Operations Specifications, Training Programs, SOPs, and records.
• Identify compliance gaps, coordinate corrective actions, and maintain operator documentation.
• Provide day-to-day oversight for compliance activities and manage portfolios for key accounts.
• Oversee reservation reports, instructor status updates, and training program communications.
• Develop onboarding materials, team processes, and serve as SME on FAA regulations.
• Support cross-functional teams, lead meetings, and drive special projects for efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–6 years in aviation compliance, regulatory administration, or related field.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations for air carrier operations.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage priorities under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and record-keeping systems.
• Demonstrated professionalism with regulators and stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience auditing Part 121, 125, or 135 operators.
• Knowledge of FAR Parts 61, 91, 121, 125, 135, hirify.global manuals, and FAA Order 8400.10.
• Cross-functional experience with Training, Safety, and Quality teams.
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Webex, Salesforce, and compliance documentation development.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401(k) with match, and stock purchase programs.
• Generous PTO, parental leave, company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability.
• Optional benefits: legal coverage, dependent life, pet insurance, FSAs.
• Programs for employee well-being and work-life balance.