FMF Base Manager

Dynamic Aviation; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Aviation is seeking an FMF Base Manager to support Sterile Insect Technique operations at the Sarasota, Florida base through management of customer expectations, pilot and aircraft logistics and collaboration with maintenance personnel for maintenance needs. The role requires strong leadership, integrity, and experience in managing aircraft fleets.

You will ensure FAA compliance, lead a team at the Sarasota location, and coordinate across Flight Operations and Maintenance to meet

Qualifications

• Leadership and relationship building experience.
• High level of integrity, honesty, and humility.
• Experience in managing aircraft fleet.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster a team-based environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Certificate with Instrument Rating.

Responsibilities

• Creates and sustains customer relationships.
• Ensures all customer requested flights are scheduled and an aircraft and flight crew are assigned.
• Ensures compliance with FAA and Dynamic Aviation regulations, policies and procedures.
• Manages Flight Operations administrative functions including flight logs, sitreps, maintenance paperwork, and billing data reviews.
• Provides daily leadership and supervision to staff at the Sarasota, FL location.
• Performs performance reviews and addresses employee performance issues.
• Assists in developing Flight Operations manuals and policies.
• Coordinates between Flight Operations and Maintenance Operations.
• Develops and manages FMF Base performance standards.
• Approves departmental travel.
• Monitors and approves employee time corrections within 24 hours.
• Manages company equipment as assigned.
• Collaborates with the Operations Portfolio Manager to ensure base financial success.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Integrity

Team orientation

Aircraft fleet management

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Certificate with Instrument Rating

Tools

King Air systems

FAA A&P License

Job description

About Us

At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wild fires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.

About Us

At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wild fires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.

Since our beginning in 1967, Dynamic Aviation continues a legacy of building strong relationships among our coworkers, community and customers. Guided by our values, our talented team of more than 700 aviation professionals provide the foundation of our success. At Dynamic Aviation, everyone has the opportunity to make an impact and enrich the lives of others.

You will grow both personally and professionally being a part of our team. We enjoy helping our employees achieve their potential and support them every step of the way.

Are you ready to make a difference in your career and in the world? Opportunity awaits!

Position Summary

The FMF Base Manager exists to support Sterile Insect Technique operations at the Sarasota, Florida base through management of customer expectations, pilot and aircraft logistics and collaborating with maintenance personnel for maintenance needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Creates and sustains customer relationships
• Ensures all customer requested flights are scheduled and an aircraft and flight crew are assigned
• Ensures compliance with all appropriate FAA and Dynamic Aviation regulations, policies and procedures
• Manages Flight Operations administrative functions including the accuracy of flight logs, sitreps, maintenance paperwork, and billing data reviews
• Provides daily leadership and supervision to permanent and temporary staff assigned to the Sarasota, Florida location
• Responsible for completing performance reviews, and addressing employee performance or issues
• Assists in the development of Flight Operations manuals and policies
• Assists with coordination between Flight Operations and Maintenance Operations
• Develops, implements, and manages the FMF Base performance standards
• Responsible for approving departmental travel
• Monitors, reviews, and approves employee time corrections within 24 hours of correction
• Manages company equipment as assigned
• Works with the Operations Portfolio Manager (OPM) to ensure the financial success of the base via budgeting and cost control techniques
• Other duties as assigned
  

Required Qualifications

• Leadership and relationship building experience
• High level of integrity, honesty, and humility
• Experience in managing aircraft fleet
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster a team-based environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Certificate with Instrument Rating
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Flight hour requirements: minimum 1200 total time with 100 hours in King Air 90
• Knowledge of King Air systems
• FAA A&P License
• Inspection Authorization
• Business management skills
  

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel as required up to 20%
• Physical ability to lift, balance, and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Stand for an extended period of time on a concrete floor
• Work in harsh environmental conditions (extreme heat and cold)
• U.S. Passport or work authorization requirements to work in the U.S.
  

Working Conditions

• Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm, evenings and weekends as required by operations. Schedule may change based on business requirements and operational needs
• May be required to work in hot, humid conditions for extended periods, particularly during outdoor inspections, maintenance activities, or aircraft support
  

Pay Band: $65,000.- $110,000. Starting pay is determined by experience, qualifications, and internal equity, and typically falls between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.

It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended. This policy applies to all staff levels.