The Maintenance Auditor reports to the Director of Compliance and oversees the compliance and auditing operations of the Maintenance and Repair Station operations of the company in accordance with regulatory, internal or 3rd party standards. Oversees the compliance of OHSA and IIPP programs of the company. May include additional auditing duties as assigned by the Director of Compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct the risk management process for Maintenance Control, QA and Repair Station Operations including hazard identification, risk assessment and risk mitigation.
• Conduct and maintain the approved audit plan/schedule for Maintenance Control, QA and Repair Station Operations.
• Monitor any corrective actions assigned or required to ensure accomplishment. Update audit findings with corrective actions once approved.
• Conduct and maintain regulatory audit programs.
• Conduct and maintain any 3rd party audit programs.
• Conduct and accomplish station and other required audits.
• Provide periodic reports on compliance performance to the Safety Review Committee and senior management.
• Maintain Maintenance Control, QA and Repair Station Operations compliance documentation.
• Liaise with the Maintenance, QA and Repair Station Departments; and the Director of Safety on Fatigue-related matters.
• Provide independent advice on compliance matters.
• Attend conferences and training programs that add value to the company’s Maintenance Operations, QA and SMS compliance.
• Develop relationships with other Departments, Suppliers, Customers and Business Partners.
• Be involved in occurrence/accident investigations.
• Oversee all Emergency Response Programs along with their effectiveness.
• Oversee the training and auditing of the Emergency Response Program to all affected departments.
• Review and update the Emergency Response Manual for currency as far as maintenance and QA duties are concerned.
• Conduct and audit the execution of Emergency Response Program Drills and report on any findings.
• Oversee the correction of any findings discovered during any Emergency Responses.
• Participate in all Safety Committee Meetings, Safety Stand Downs, and Emergency Response.

Competencies:

• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency in MS suite tools is a must.
• Successful candidates will have at least 5 years of relative experience in FAA Commercial Aviation Safety and/or Compliance A successful candidate will have:
• Safety and/or Compliance experience, training, or education including FAA regulations.
• Project Management experience.
• Proven people and leadership skills.
• 5 Years of auditing experience or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of FAA Part 135, 91 and 145 operations.
• Formal aviation auditing training with an emphasis on Maintenance and QA Operations is preferred.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans 
• 401(k) plan with generous company match with full and immediate vesting
• PTO Accrual – Increased based on years of service
• Company Paid Life, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mental Health Wellness Program
• Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel Site with Delta Airlines

Vista America is an operating partner of Vista – the world’s first private aviation ecosystem, integrating a unique portfolio of companies. Vista has a global workforce of 4,000 aviation professionals and has flown corporations, governments and private clients to 187 countries, covering 96% of the world.

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire