Title:  Ground Safety Specialist (NJUS)

Join the NetJets Team

NetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature commitment to unwavering safety, personalized service, and reliable global access. Discover why NetJets is the ultimate career destination, offering exceptional benefits and growth opportunities.

Purpose of Position

The Ground Safety Specialist supports the NetJets Ground Safety Program through damage prevention, injury prevention, and operational safety initiatives across FBOs, airports, aircraft maintenance vendors, and other ground service providers. This role partners with internal operational teams, FBOs, airports, and third-party vendors to identify operational risks, conduct safety assessments, support investigations, and implement solutions that reduce the likelihood of ground damage, injuries, and other ground operational safety occurrences. 

The Ground Safety Specialist serves as a subject matter resource for ramp safety, aircraft handling practices and operational risk identification. This position supports the Ground Safety Program Manager through field observations, operational assessments, trend analysis, audits, safety training, and continuous improvement initiatives designed to enhance safe operations, promote employee, vendor, and Owner safety, protect company assets, and strengthen organizational safety culture. The Ground Safety Specialist works collaboratively with operational stakeholders to identify hazards and implement risk mitigation strategies. 

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct field observations and assessments of aircraft ground handling activities, ramp operations, and FBO environments to identify hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Support investigations involving aircraft ground damage, vehicle incidents, equipment strikes, near misses, and other operational safety events.
• Gather and analyze information, document findings, and assist with the development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor and analyze aircraft ground damage trends, audit findings, and operational data to identify recurring risks and recommend improvements.
• Conduct audits and assessments of FBOs, aircraft fuels, service providers, and operational partners to evaluate compliance with company safety standards and operational expectations.
• Track audit findings and corrective actions and verify the effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, FBOs, and vendors to improve aircraft handling practices, strengthen operational safety, and reduce ground damage risk.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and safety communications related to operational safety performance and aircraft ground safety and damage prevention initiatives.
• Support projects and initiatives focused on improving ramp safety, vendor performance, and overall operational effectiveness.
• Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and emerging risks related to aircraft ground handling and ramp operations.
• Conduct and support safety training, safety briefings, and awareness initiatives related to ramp safety, aircraft handling, and operational risk management.
• Support safety promotion initiatives designed to strengthen safety culture, increase reporting, and encourage proactive risk identification.

Note:

It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.

Education

Certifications and Licenses

Years of Experience

Core Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)

• Knowledge of aircraft ground handling procedures and ramp operations.
• Familiarity with FBO operations, airport environments, and third-party ground service providers.
• Understanding of common causes of aircraft ground damage events and methods for prevention.
• Ability to conduct operational audits, assessments, and field observations.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify operational risks and develop practical recommendations for improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and present findings to operational stakeholders.
• Ability to build productive relationships with vendors, operational leaders, maintenance organizations, and service providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends that support risk reduction efforts.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel regularly to operational locations, FBOs, airports, and vendor facilities.

How NetJets Supports You

NetJets is proud to provide a variety of attractive benefits to our employees, including many at no cost. Employees have access to no cost options including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, with access to robust networks of nationwide providers.

Our comprehensive suite of benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Healthcare Advocacy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution
• Wellness Programs & Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave of Absence
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Voluntary benefits (financial protection plans)
• 401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute through standard elective deferral and catch-up contributions matched by NetJets. Super catch-up contributions are not eligible for the employer match.
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Family & Caregiving Support