Aviation Operations Executive: Strategy & Growth

Airtec Inc; California (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with HSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

AirTEC, Inc. seeks a Vice President of Operations in California, MD to lead all aviation operations, drive growth, safety, and organizational performance.

This role oversees flight operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and cross-functional leadership across multiple departments and sites. The VP will set strategic direction, develop annual plans, monitor KPIs, and foster a culture of safety and accountability while collaborating with executive leadership on business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Aeronautics, or related field.
• Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive aviation management experience.
• 5+ years of senior leadership or executive-level experience.
• Extensive knowledge of FAA regulations and aviation safety standards.
• Experience managing multi-site operations and aviation services.
• Strong financial management and budgeting experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with mission and objectives.
• Lead daily operations across multiple units, departments, or locations.
• Establish performance metrics and monitor productivity and profitability.
• Drive process improvement to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate on annual plans, budgets, and growth strategies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with FAA regulations and safety standards.
• Lead workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning.
• Oversee aviation operations, flight operations, maintenance, and customer service.
• Provide executive leadership and direction for all aviation operations.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Contract management

Process improvement

Risk management

Communication skills

Decision making

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field

Master's degree (MBA preferred)

Tools

FAA regulations knowledge

Operations analytics

Job description

AirTEC, Inc. seeks a Vice President of Operations in California, MD to lead all aviation operations, drive growth, safety, and organizational performance.

This role oversees flight operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and cross-functional leadership across multiple departments and sites. The VP will set strategic direction, develop annual plans, monitor KPIs, and foster a culture of safety and accountability while collaborating with executive leadership on business