How youll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

The Co-Op, Safety Management System (SMS) will be based in Atlanta, Georgia and will report to the Program Manager, SMS. This position supports Delta’s Corporate SMS and will gain hands-on experience managing program elements associated with the five components of Delta’s SMS (Safety Leadership, Safety Policy, Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotion) across the entire spectrum of operations. The successful candidate will be exposed to processes that allow a Part 121 global carrier to effectively assess and manage risk across a broad spectrum of operational activities. This position may require some travel.

Job Summary

Develop and maintain a Corporate SMS master calendar for tracking of all SMS activities including, but not limited to manual reviews/revisions, Safety Policy review/updates, training curriculum reviews, recurrent training, monthly/quarterly cross-divisional SMS meetings
Fulfill logistical requirements for SMS or ASAP related activities, which include but are not limited to scheduling meetings or in-person training, coordinating speakers and attendees, taking and publishing meeting notes, and conducting post-meeting follow-up
Track SRM activity across the company to ensure quality and timeliness of SRM activity
Collect, analyze, and present cross-divisional SMS data/trends to Corporate SMS leadership
Actively participate in divisional and cross-divisional SRM to ensure all elements are addressed and documented in accordance with corporate SMS policy, including analysis of relevant data and tracking of action items.
Support development and maintenance of reporting & presentation materials, including but not limited to Monthly Performance Reviews, Delta Safety Assurance Group, Safety Round Tables, Integrated Safety Round Table
Support the employee Hazard Reporting Program through tracking and distribution of reports

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a 4-year academic institution throughout the co-op program

At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

Must be available to work on a full-time basis as an undergraduate student during the following 3 alternating semesters: Fall 2024, Summer 2025, Spring 2026

Must be able to work onsite in our Atlanta, GA office for the duration of the co-op rotations

Candidate is team-oriented and highly supportive of continuous improvement methodologies

Strong organizational, project management, problem solving skills, and verbal/written communication skills are essential

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Willingness/ability to learn new skills is required

Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

Seeking an advanced degree in an Aviation Safety or Aviation Operations discipline

Co-op, Safety Management System (SMS) - Corporate Safety (Fall, 2024)

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