Scott A. Goyer
Senior Aviation Safety and Operations Professional
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About
Senior Aviation Safety and Operations Professional with 30+ years of experience in aviation safety oversight, regulatory enforcement, air traffic operations, and aerodrome certification. Proven expertise in Transport Canada regulatory compliance, Safety Management Systems (SMS), incident investigation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Recognized for leading complex safety initiatives, conducting high-profile investigations, and strengthening aviation safety across Canada's airport and airspace systems.
Experience
Civil Aviation Safety Inspector – Aerodrome Safety - Transport Canada - Edmonton, AB
(2013-01)
- Spearheaded Process Validation Inspections for multiple certified and international airports across Western Canada, ensuring compliance with Canadian Aviation Regulations.
- Evaluated and approved critical airport Emergency Response, Wildlife Management, and Maintenance Plans to protect public safety.
- Audited and authorized complex airport Safety Management Systems (SMS), identifying systemic risks.
- Executed comprehensive aerodrome inspections to verify alignment with rigorous TP312 certification standards.
- Directed strategic and tactical airspace changes and restrictions, collaborating with federal agencies to secure Canadian airspace.
Civil Aviation Safety Inspector – Aviation Enforcement - Transport Canada - Edmonton, AB
(2010-01 - 2013-12)
- Enforced the Aeronautics Act and Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
- Led complex investigations into alleged CARs violations, managing high-volume case files from initial assessment through enforcement action and resolution.
- Secured and preserved physical and digital evidence, maintaining chain of custody for high-stakes regulatory prosecutions.
- Conducted professional interviews with witnesses and alleged offenders utilizing investigative techniques.
- Coordinated joint enforcement initiatives with multi-jurisdictional agencies and police forces to promote national aviation safety and security.
Air Traffic Operations Specialist and Team Lead - Nav Canada / Transport Canada - Edmonton, AB
(1990-01 - 2010-12)
- Supervised the Air Traffic Operations Specialist (ATOS) specialty, managing daily shift schedules, resource allocation, and real-time operational demands.
- Authored and published critical internal procedures, maintaining manuals and ensuring uniform application of standards.
- Managed preliminary investigations for operational incidents, delivering root-cause analyses to prevent future occurrences.
- Delivered Air Traffic Services to commercial, private, and military stakeholders within high-density and remote control areas.
- Managed critical flight data systems, coordinating strategic air movements directly with NORAD and the Canadian Armed Forces.
Education
Advanced Professional Certifications - Transport Canada Learning Services Directorate (2011-01 - 2012-12)
Aviation Management Co-op Program – Civil Aviation Institute - Georgian College / Canadian Forces (1988-01 - 1991-12)
