Flight Safety Data Analyst
Application Deadline: 19 May 2026
Department: Compliance
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Brize Norton
Compensation: £45,607 - £48,504 / year
Description
Please note this is a 12 month FTC
We are seeking a Flight Safety Data Analyst to join our Compliance team, supporting the continued delivery and development of our Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) Programme. This is a key safety-critical role, contributing directly to the effectiveness of our Safety Management System and overall operational assurance.
Why AirTanker?AirTanker is a vital part of the UK’s defence capability, delivering air-to-air refuelling and air transport services to the RAF and MOD. We operate at the intersection of military precision and commercial innovation. As a Flight Safety Data Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting safe, compliant and efficient flying operations. By analysing flight data, managing Flight Data Monitoring activity and working closely with flight operations, safety teams and regulatory stakeholders, you will directly contribute to hazard identification, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in operational safety performance.
What's in it for you?
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Safety Influence & Insight: Have a direct influence on aviation safety outcomes by transforming flight data into meaningful insights. Your analysis will support proactive risk management, trend identification and evidence‑based decision‑making across the operation.
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Technical & Analytical Expertise: Develop specialist technical expertise in Flight Data Monitoring systems, data visualisation and performance metrics. You will strengthen your ability to interrogate complex datasets, review event thresholds and produce high‑quality safety reports that inform operational and regulatory activity.
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Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Work closely with flight crews, safety specialists, operational leaders and external stakeholders. You will build confidence presenting data findings, supporting debriefs and contributing to cross‑functional safety forums and working groups.
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Regulatory Exposure & Assurance: Gain valuable experience working within a UK CAA‑regulated environment, supporting compliance with Air Operations, Safety Management System and airworthiness requirements. This role offers strong exposure to regulatory standards and assurance processes.
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Comprehensive Benefits: Including private medical insurance, bonus scheme, EV scheme, contributory pension, and more.
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Adventure & Belonging: Battlefield tours, adventure training, and family fun days.
What you'll be doing
- Support the delivery and continuous development of the Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) programme in line with company manuals and regulatory requirements
- Manage flight data replay activity, ensuring performance targets are consistently met
- Analyse flight data, including reviewing event thresholds and supporting the design of new events
- Produce accurate and insightful FDM reports to support the Safety Management System, emissions reporting and airworthiness requirements
- Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive flight data
- Support flight crew debriefs and FDM Working Group meetings as required
- Contribute to safety communications, publications and promotional activities
- Support incident and accident investigations when required
- Act as deputy for the Lead Flight Safety Data Analyst when necessary
What you'll bring
Essential:
- Demonstrable experience in flight data monitoring and analysis
- Experience working within an aviation safety environment
- Proficiency in using a Flight Data Ground Analysis tool
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Power BI
- Excellent analytical, report writing and communication skills
- Understanding of UK CAA Air Operations regulations
- Experience working with Safety Management Systems
Desirable:
- Experience with Airbus A330 aircraft and associated SOPs
- Safety investigation and interview skills
