Embryriddle

Embryriddle

Manager, Flight Data and Certification

Prescott, AZ · Contract

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About the role

  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott Campus is seeking a highly organized, analytical, and student-focused professional to serve as the Manager, Flight Data & Certification / FAA Testing Center within the Flight Department.
  • The position plays a vital role in maintaining operational efficiency, supporting student progression, and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of flight training documentation and certification records.
  • The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced aviation environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and is committed to delivering outstanding customer service while supporting the success of future aviation professionals.

Responsibilities

  • This position also provides operational analysis and reporting to support departmental decision-making, strategic initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts across Flight Operations.
  • Produce, analyze, interpret, and distribute operational data and reports utilizing ETA, RMS, and other departmental systems to support Flight Department operations, strategic planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare and produce biannual FAA Part 141 recertification reports and maintain TSA clearance processes to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Manage the daily operations of the Flight Data & Certification office and FAA Testing Center, including oversight of records management, certification processes, and operational workflows.
  • Maintain and audit student flight training records to ensure compliance with FAA Parts 141, 142, and 61, university standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate flight course registration and FACR alignment in collaboration with Scheduling and the Office of the Registrar to support student throughput and operational readiness.
  • Serve as a liaison between Flight Operations, Scheduling, Training, and university departments to support student progression and resolve operational or scheduling conflicts.
  • Support student onboarding activities including orientation, flight check-in, and training readiness processes.
  • Provide front-line support to students, instructors, and staff regarding certification requirements, registration, scheduling coordination, and FAA application processes.
  • Serve as an FAA testing proctor and support FAA, TSA, internal, and external audits.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Records Management, Compliance Administration, Business, Aviation Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and provide exceptional customer service to students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
  • Experience in aviation operations, FAA compliance, higher education administration, records management, student services, or data analytics preferred.
  • Application process/requirements
  • Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
  • Cover letter
  • Full Resume
  • Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)
  • Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Nice to have

  • Three to five years of administrative, records management, compliance, student support, operations coordination, or related professional experience required.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with experience utilizing Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and database systems.

Compensation

  • This leadership role is responsible for overseeing Flight Data & Certification operations and the FAA Testing Center while ensuring compliance with FAA Part 141 requirements, university standards, TSA regulations, and certification processe

Benefits

  • Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships.
  • Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs.
  • Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding!
  • Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
  • Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
  • Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year.

Company info

  • We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment.
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