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Airline Operations Safety Support (AOSS) Flight Operations Lead

Crawley, England Job ID JR2026492749 Category Flight Operations Support Role Type Hybrid Post Date Jan. 23, 2026
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Join Boeing’s Global Aerospace Safety program as an Airline Operations Safety Support (AOSS) Flight Operations Lead, where you will play a critical role in advancing aviation safety worldwide.

This position requires applicants to be experienced senior professionals in the aviation industry, specifically in flight operations, safety, flight training, and/or leadership roles. You will lead a team of aviation experts to evaluate and enhance customer flight operations globally, ensuring safe and compliant operation of Boeing aircraft.

This is a customer-facing role involving direct interaction with airline leadership, including C-suite executives, during on-site engagements. The position requires extensive international travel (approximately 40%). If you are an experienced airline professional seeking a career with global impact on aerospace safety, this opportunity is for you.

This position is hybrid. This means that the selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options. This is at the hiring team’s discretion and could potentially change in the future.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams of 3-5 Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) during comprehensive airline customer evaluations

  • Conduct in-depth assessments of airline flight operations, including policies and procedures, scheduling, dispatch, flight training programs, standardization, quality assurance, and safety management systems (SMS)

  • Perform flight and simulator observations to collect critical operational data supporting safety and compliance recommendations

  • Lead root cause analysis efforts to identify and address underlying safety and operational issues

  • Collaborate with airline customers to develop and implement effective mitigation strategies aligned with Boeing’s safety initiatives and continuous accident reduction goals

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with airline leadership at all levels, including executive management, to influence safety culture and operational excellence

  • Oversee all aspects of AOSS customer engagement planning and execution, including personnel coordination, travel logistics, security and access arrangements, scheduling, data analysis, and presentation of findings

  • Deliver clear, actionable reports and presentations to Boeing and airline leadership, driving continuous improvement in flight operations safety and compliance

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Minimum of five years of professional experience in the airline industry with demonstrated expertise in flight operations, safety, training, and/or leadership

  • Proven leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams in complex operational environments

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including experience with root cause analysis and data-driven decision-making

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior airline executives and diverse stakeholders

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinate complex logistics, and deliver results under tight deadlines

  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively (approximately 40%), primarily to international locations

  • Familiarity with Boeing aircraft operations, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices is highly desirable

Additional Information:

  • Successful applicants will be classified as International Locally Hired Employees (ILHE), this is not an expat assignment.

  • Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not on Boeing US-based payroll.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer: 

  • Competitive salary and annual incentive plans 
  • Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next 
  • Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way 
  • Inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs 
  • Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options 
  • 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year 
  • Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution 
  • Company paid BUPA Medical Plan 
  • Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks 
  • Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week 
  • 6x annual salary life insurance 
  • Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development 
  • Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives 

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 13, 2026


Export Control Details:

Non – US based job

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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