Head of Flight Operations — Part 135 Charter Aviation

Saigepartners; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Saigepartners in Ankeny, IA seeks a Director of Operations for a Part 135 charter aviation operation. You will provide strategic and operational leadership, oversee regulatory compliance, crew management, and flight operations, and shape operational standards and culture.

The role requires FAA qualification as DO, ATP certificate, and at least 3 years of supervisory experience in Part 121/135 environments, with strong focus on safety and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience in Part 121 or Part 135.
• Strong understanding of FAA safety standards, FARs, and SMS.
• ATP certificate or equivalent qualification as required by DO role.

Responsibilities

• Exercise operational control and oversee day-to-day Part 135 flight operations.
• Lead regulatory compliance and maintain GOM and OPS procedures.
• Partner with pilots, maintenance, safety, and executive leadership on operations.
• Develop and maintain staffing, budgeting, and vendor relationships.
• Drive safety, efficiency, and service quality across operations.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in aviation management or related field

Tools

Flight scheduling software

Crew management software

Flight operations software

Job description

Saigepartners in Ankeny, IA seeks a Director of Operations for a Part 135 charter aviation operation. You will provide strategic and operational leadership, oversee regulatory compliance, crew management, and flight operations, and shape operational standards and culture.

The role requires FAA qualification as DO, ATP certificate, and at least 3 years of supervisory experience in Part 121/135 environments, with strong focus on safety and service excellence.