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Sr ODA Consultant

Sr ODA Consultant

Southwest AirlinesDallas, TX, United States
4 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Department : Technical Operations

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description :

The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Senior Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) Consultant invests in our Purpose by collaborating with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), FAA designees, and Southwest Airlines Production Leadership to schedule and coordinate ODA activities such as design reviews, inspections, and tests. This role will author and manage FAA correspondence, identify and interpret FAA rules and guidance material, and perform ODA project planning and management functions to ensure compliance with all FAA regulati ons and Southwest policies . The Senior ODA Consultant is a skilled communicator and strategic thinker who is excited about the opportunity to bring their kno wledge of aircraft maintenance and regulatory compliance to Technical Operations at Southwest Airlines.

Additional Details

  • The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours.
  • U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with FAA, FAA designees (DARs, DERs & ODAs), and Southwest Airlines Production Leadership to schedule and coordinate ODA activities, such as design reviews, inspections, and tests
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including Southwest Production, QA, QC, Vendor Management, the FAA OMT, CMO, and Flight Standards policy branches
  • Author and manage FAA correspondence on behalf of Southwest Airlines ODA Leadership regarding ODA activities, such as design reviews, inspections, tests, and approvals
  • Identify and interpret FAA rules (14 CFR) and guidance material (FAA Orders, Advisory Circulars, legal interpretations, etc.) relevant to Southwest ODA programs to ensure ODA policies and procedures comply with regulatory requirements
  • Perform ODA project planning and management functions, including defining project scope, establishing goals and deliverables, formulating agendas, monitoring action items, and reporting project milestones to Leadership. Ensure all outstanding commitments and initiatives meet their deadlines, or seek extensions before surpassing predetermined deadlines, as needed
  • Lead and participate in initiatives to improve compliance and safety in ODA and Engineering, including reviewing policies, developing procedures, conducting audits, and analyzing data
  • Prepare summary presentations for Tech Ops Leadership and the FAA
  • Ensures ODA records are retained in Southwest's electronic records keeping repository
  • Conduct in-depth records research and ad hoc data pulls to support ODA activities
  • Serve as the database administrator for all ODA apps, including granting access, reviewing and approving changes to existing functionality, and coordinating enhancements to the databases and workflow management tools
  • Provide training and mentorship to coworkers to promote knowledge sharing and best practices
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Ability to motivate and mentor others to achieve their goals and develop their skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication that can be adapted to meet the needs of technical and non-technical audiences
  • Proven experience working directly with the FAA on aircraft maintenance and / or certification matters
  • Expert ability to collaborate effectively with internal Teams and external regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with FAA requirements and achieve project goals
  • Ability to build strong working relationships with members of cross-functional teams in other departments and influence and guide them to achieve common goals
  • Expert ability to critically evaluate issues and concerns to develop and implement effective solutions
  • Understanding of aircraft maintenance record keeping policies and procedures
  • Expert ability to interpret, comprehend, and effectively communicate the intent of FAA rules (14 CFR) and guidance material (FAA Orders, Advisory Circulars, legal interpretations, etc.) to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences in a clear, concise, and easy-to-understand manner
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines
  • Education

  • Required - High School Diploma or GED
  • Experience

  • Expert level experience, developing skills and knowledge in :
  • Aircraft maintenance, regulatory compliance, FAA rules and guidance, auditing, engineering, aircraft records, and / or aircraft certification

    Licensing / Certification

  • Must be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirements
  • Physical Abilities

  • Ability to perform work duties for extended periods of time
  • Ability to use a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
  • Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
  • Other Qualifications

  • Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
  • Pay & Benefits :

    Competitive market salary from $134,750 per year to $149,700 per year

  • depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
  • Benefits you'll love :

  • Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
  • Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings
  • Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan-when Southwest profits, you profit
  • Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
  • Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.
  • Explore more benefits you'll love : https : / / careers.southwestair.com / benefits
  • Pay amount doesn't guarantee employment for any particular period.
  • 401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position.
  • Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
  • Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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