Director, Global Aviation | Corporate Finance

Andersch Ag; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting's Global Aviation team seeks a Director of Aviation to lead analytics, financial modeling, and strategic initiatives within Corporate Finance. You will assess operations, develop roadmaps, and support client engagements across airlines, MROs, and OEMs.

The role requires 5+ years in aviation or consulting, strong MS Office skills, and travel to client sites. It offers a hybrid schedule based in New York or Chicago with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in a relevant field.
• 5+ years post-graduation experience in airlines/aviation or consulting.
• Must travel to clients and FTI offices.

Responsibilities

• Assess client operations across functions to identify gaps and cost reductions.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives for aviation clients.
• Conduct industry research, benchmarking and market analysis.
• Build roadmaps and support change management for implementations.
• Create financial models for business cases and route economics.
• Support pricing frameworks and M&A evaluations in aviation.
• Monitor industry trends including regulatory and sustainability issues.
• Contribute to internal knowledge through white papers and POVs.
• Lead workstreams and manage timelines and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Conceptual thinking

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial research

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SEC filings research

Online financial databases

Internet research tools

Job description

Director, Global Aviation | Corporate FinanceSkip to main contentWe use cookies to provide website functionality, to analyze our traffic, to personalize content and to enable social media functionality. For further information, please see our Cookie Policy. To enhance your experience, we use an AI assistant, Olivia, to help you explore roles and learn more about FTI Consulting. For access to Olivia, please accept or decline.#Director, Global Aviation | Corporate Finance page is loaded## Director, Global Aviation | Corporate FinanceApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Chicago, IL: New York, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR260873**Who We Are**FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. Are you ready to make your impact?**About the Role**In FTI Consulting’s Corporate Finance segment we focus on our clients’ strategic, operational, financial, and labor needs by addressing the full spectrum of unique challenges faced by our airline and aviation clients.We are currently seeking a Director of Aviation in our Global Aviation practice. The Global Aviation team is a rapidly growing practice that brings together deep technical expertise across core aspects of an airline, including Fleet, Maintenance, Airport Operations, Finance, Labor, and others, supporting our clients through all stages of the business lifecycle.**What You’ll Do**This role will provide technical expertise and analysis at an advanced level; applying a strategic mindset, cross-functional expertise, and deep aviation knowledge in the following ways:* Assess client operations across functions such as network planning, fleet management, cargo operations, ground services, and maintenance to identify efficiency gaps and cost reduction opportunities* Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives for aviation clients across segments including airlines, MRO providers, aerospace OEMs, aircraft lessors, and ground handling operators, among others* Conduct industry research, competitive benchmarking, and market analysis to inform client recommendations* Develop implementation roadmaps and support clients through change management processes* Build financial models to evaluate business cases, investment decisions, route economics, and organizational restructuring scenarios* Support clients in developing commercial strategies, pricing frameworks, and partnership or M&A evaluations within the aviation ecosystem* Monitor aviation industry trends including regulatory changes, sustainability mandates (e.g., SAF adoption, carbon offset programs), digital transformation, and emerging technologies* Contribute to internal knowledge-building efforts, white papers, and point-of-view documents that strengthen the firm's aviation practice* Translate complex data into actionable insights and present findings to senior client stakeholders* Lead workstreams within larger consulting engagements, managing timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination* Serve as a day-to-day client contact, building trusted relationships and ensuring project quality meets firm standards**How You’ll Grow**This is an excellent opportunity for a person with airline and/or aviation industry experience who wants to provide analytics-based solutions to the aviation industry, while contributing to the growth of the Global Aviation team.You will partner with our diverse clients and internal teams to continue to learn and grow in new and complex areas and technologies. In addition to airline and aviation industry work, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to large-scale restructurings and other efforts across other complex industries as they arise to gain a variety of skills towards becoming a more well-rounded practitioner.As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.**What You Will Need to Succeed**Basic Qualifications* Bachelor's Degree* 5+ years post-graduation professional work experience in airlines and/or aviation industry, consulting, professional services or similar/related environment* This role requires travel to clients and FTI officesPreferred Qualifications* Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and conceptual skills* Highly proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)* Familiarity with Internet-based financial research resources for corporate information, SEC filings, competitive data, etc ***FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.*** **Compensation** Minimum Pay: $109,000 Maximum Pay: $224,000 ***Compensation Disclosure:** The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.*