Co-op, Flight Operations - Regulatory Compliance (Fall, 2024)

Co-op, Flight Operations - Regulatory Compliance (Fall, 2024)

United States, Georgia, Atlanta

Flight Ops

30-Jan-2024

Ref #: 23196

LinkedIn Tag: #LI-MP2

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

Delta Air Lines, Inc.

Delta Air Lines is one of the world's leading international airlines, and our number one focus is to enhance all aspects of each customer's travel experience.

Flight Operations Division

The Flight Operations Division at Delta Air Lines, Inc. has a mission to operate the safest, most reliable, and efficient airline in the world, while exceeding customer expectations. We are a team of aviation professionals supporting 13,000+ pilots.

Regulatory Compliance

The department assists the entire Flight Operations Division through achieving and maintaining regulatory approval to support the division's mission. The team works with other divisions across the company to support technology and regulatory updates as well as enhancements.

Within the department, the Co-Op team works with the Manager and 2 Program Managers. Our portfolio is very broad as we routinely work with other business units in Flight Operations as well as Delta corporate divisions and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Our routine Flight Operations partners include the Fleet Teams (pilots supporting fleets of aircraft with training, standards, manuals, etc.), Chief Pilot Offices (pilots and staff that support pilot bases), Technical Pilots (pilots that work on aircraft and airspace updates/changes), Legal (country permits), Navigation Services (charting and databases), Flight Control (dispatchers and routing), Airport Customer Service, Inflight Service, Network, TechOps Quality, TechOps Engineering, and more.

Co-Op Job Summary

• The Co-Op will work at Delta's World Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. This is a paid position, including additional privileges such as standby travel anywhere in the Delta system while off duty.

• The team currently operates on a partially hybrid schedule (i.e., in-person, on campus for 4 days a week and one-day as potential virtual).

• The Co-Op will have exposure to other departments across the entire company.

• The position requires three (3) alternating semesters of full-time work at Delta with fulltime study (1 semester can be summer).

• We are seeking qualified, motivated individuals looking for an exceptional opportunity

Co-Op Job Responsibilities

• Support the Program Managers as we attempt to improve the quality and throughput of our processes - Actively participate in team activities that aim to holistically develop Co-Ops

• Design and implement process improvements that support the Quality team in Flight Operations

• Final rotation Co-Ops should expect more autonomy and a capstone project that benefits Flight Ops

Expected Benefits for Co-op

• Mentoring by seasoned aviation professionals with a broad knowledge of expertise and problem-solving skill

• Jump Seat Authority to allow observation of flights and pilot procedures

• Some protentional technology opportunities with Tableau, Smart Sheets, MS Excel Macros, FAA WebOPSS, aircraft manuals, etc.

• A forum for applying skills learned in the collegiate aviation management environment

• Challenges that help with resume development

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Aviation Management or a similar degree program with applicable skills

• Team player that fosters trust, open dialogue, and healthy debate with coworkers

• Strong interpersonal skills and servant leadership required to promote intentional relationships

• Preferably a rising Sophomore or rising Junior, as you are required to work 3 terms

• Strong organizational and time management skills required

• Internally motivated, curious, ready to learn, and eager to make an impact

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and time constraints while being able to manage and prioritize multiple project requests conjointly

• Flight experience is a plus

• Safety training and/or Quality training is a plus

• Experience with business cases, process mapping, database management, and MS Office is a plus

• 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)

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