AAM Industry Leader - Growth Strategy & Programs

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an Advanced Air Mobility Industry Leader to drive growth, strategy, and delivery of the national AAM practice in the United States.

You will lead business development, client engagement, industry teaming, and program execution across eVTOL, vertiports, airport electrification, and new mobility systems. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in aviation, strong FAA regulatory knowledge, and a proven track record of leading complex programs and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Engineering, Planning, Transportation, or a related field.
• 15+ years of aviation industry experience, including airport planning, development, design, or consulting.
• Demonstrated experience leading aviation or Advanced Air Mobility initiatives.
• Proven success in business development, client management, and strategic growth.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, airport planning, funding programs, and emerging AAM guidance.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple high-profile initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the firm's Advanced Air Mobility market strategy and growth initiatives.
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with airports, public agencies, private developers, technology providers, and industry stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in AAM, vertiport planning, airport integration, and emerging aviation technologies.
• Identify, pursue, and capture major aviation and AAM opportunities nationwide.
• Provide oversight for complex aviation and AAM programs, ensuring successful delivery, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Lead with multidisciplinary teams across aviation, transportation, planning, engineering, and environmental services.
• Represent the firm through industry organizations, conferences, publications, and thought leadership activities.
• Mentor and develop project managers, planners, and emerging leaders within the aviation practice.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and technology advancements to guide strategic decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Aviation industry

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE)

Advanced degree

Job description

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an Advanced Air Mobility Industry Leader to drive growth, strategy, and delivery of the national AAM practice in the United States.

You will lead business development, client engagement, industry teaming, and program execution across eVTOL, vertiports, airport electrification, and new mobility systems. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in aviation, strong FAA regulatory knowledge, and a proven track record of leading complex programs and