SMS Leader

Job Description SummaryThe SMS Lead is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and maintenance of a Safety Management System (SMS) / Product Safety for the site. This role involves promoting a positive safety culture, coordinating safety initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The SMS Lead will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate safety risks while driving continuous improvement in safety performance. Would need to work with broader Enterprise SMS standardization team, assess SMS Maturity for the site & maintain compliance with regulatory requirements
This role is critical in demonstrating our commitment to the evolving regulatory requirements and oversight of SMS. It presents an exciting opportunity to contribute from the onset of a transformative shift in adopting an Enterprise-wide SMS.

Site Overview:
Our Multi-modal Manufacturing Facility (MMF) in Pune plays a crucial role in manufacturing key aerospace components, supporting not only India's defense and commercial sectors but also global aviation supply chains. Our relationships with Indian suppliers, combined with our world-class local facilities and global reach, continue to shape India's aerospace ecosystem.Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support ongoing development of the SMS in accordance with the guidance contained in ICAO Annex 19
• Support the management and monitoring of the Just Culture program and its effectiveness
• Support in developing the site Safety Management policy, objectives and measures
• Supporting the Process Owner for all site Safety Management System documentation
• Supports the Planning, administration, and chairing of Safety Review Boards
• Supports the research, analysis and development of hazard identification processes to enhance the SMS
• Supports the management, development and coordination of change management, risk assessments and safety analysis within the SMS
• Supports the Development, compilation and distribution of analysis, trends and statistics based upon SMS data and makes recommendations based upon a data driven approach to safety
• Tracks safety recommendations, hazards, risks, findings, corrective actions, contributing factors, and root causes to ensure accuracy, reporting and follow-up as necessary
• Leads and participates in Human Error Management System investigations
• Prepare reports for Quality and Site Leadership in line with business operating rhythm, summarizing progress of implementation plan, health of the SMS, results of audit, status of audit findings, trends of root causes and corrective actions
• Provides SMS and Human Factors training to employees
• Leads communication of the SMS to all employees
• Work closely with enterprise Flight Safety/SMS team to standardize all the efforts.
   

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree within an engineering with 8-12 years of experiecne SMS ( Customer Safety)
• Responsible for working with Global Quality team to understand quality objectives, support aligning applicable enterprise SMS ( Customer Safety) goals.
   

The Ideal Candidate:

• The candidate should have extensive experience in implementing and managing management systems, including AS9100 and ISO9001, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• They should possess proven expertise in stakeholder management, demonstrating the ability to build strong relationships and drive effective collaboration across teams and organizations. With strong leadership capabilities, the candidate should lead by example, inspire teams, and promote a culture of customer safety.
• Additionally, they should have a solid understanding of managing Safety Management System (SMS) changes using the framework, focusing on creating awareness, fostering desire, providing knowledge, developing ability, and reinforcing changes for long-term sustainability.
• The candidate must also have a track record of ensuring adherence to all customer and regulatory requirements, including First Article Inspection (FAI)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of aerospace regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills to engage and influence teams at all levels.
• Analytical skills to assess risks and implement effective solutions.
• Knowledge of Safety Risk Management and BowTie methodology.
• Qualified and experienced in leading safety investigations.
• Familiarity with Just Culture principles and their practical application.
• Experience managing large quantities of safety reports.
• Ability to build trust and foster a positive safety culture across teams and functions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
   

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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