Advanced Air Mobility Leader & Program Director

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Sarasota, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; 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

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. seeks an accomplished Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Leader to shape strategy, drive growth, and deliver projects across the national practice.

You will lead business development, client engagement, and industry teaming for emerging aviation technologies. The ideal candidate brings 15+ years in aviation, proven leadership, and deep knowledge of FAA regulations, airports, and AAM ecosystems.

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.
• Proven 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.

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

Client management

Strategic growth

FAA regulations

AAM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Engineering, Planning, Transportation, or related field

Job description

Hanson Professional Services Inc. seeks an accomplished Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Leader to shape strategy, drive growth, and deliver projects across the national practice.

You will lead business development, client engagement, and industry teaming for emerging aviation technologies. The ideal candidate brings 15+ years in aviation, proven leadership, and deep knowledge of FAA regulations, airports, and AAM ecosystems.