Director of Aviation Services

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Director of Aviation Services for a FULL TIME assignment with one of our premier Industrial Technology clients in Oshkosh, WI .

The Role : Director of Aviation

As the Director of Aviation, you'll take the helm of our industry-leading flight department. Operating a Challenger and aircraft, our flight schedule comprises % domestic flying and % international destinations.

Your pivotal role involves steering our aviation operations, leveraging our well-established position to maintain and enhance our standing at the forefront of the industry.

Your Impact :

Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining our exceptional standards and pioneering advancements in safety, operational excellence, and industry innovation.

Key Achievements of the Flight Department :

IS-BAO Stage certification since

Successful implementation of FAA Part differences

Established FOQA program for enhanced safety monitoring

Championed NBAA sustainability program

Fostered an Internship Program with a local flight school

Active participation in various industry committees and conferences.

Responsibilities :

• Oversight of Aviation Assets : Manage all owned, leased, and chartered aircraft, ensuring their optimal use and maintenance.
• Strategic Direction : Stay abreast of aviation trends and technological advancements, shaping the department's strategic direction.
• Executive Communication : Ensure transparent communication regarding organizational changes, capital expenditure requirements within the flight department, and maintain alignment with overarching organizational goals and needs.
• Safety Management : Hold the pivotal role of Accountable Executive, ensuring resolution on all safety-related matters within our Safety Management System.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, ICAO standards, and company policies across all aviation operations.
• Team Leadership : Attract, recruit, and retain a highly skilled team to ensure seamless operations.
• Resource Management : Direct aircraft scheduling, crew management, and negotiate cost-effective contracts for fuel, hangar leases, and equipment purchases.
• Administrative Oversight : Liaise with executive staff and their assistants regarding flight schedules, passenger handling, and deviations due to weather or mechanical issues.
• Financial Stewardship : Prepare and manage annual operating budgets, maintaining compliance documentation for regulatory bodies.
• Training and Development : Direct departmental training activities, exceeding FAA regulations to ensure high standards of expertise.
• Facility Compliance : Oversee facility management to ensure adherence to airport, OSHA, and EPA guidelines.
• Policy Implementation : Develop, implement, and administer operating policies and procedures for the flight department.
• Representation : Act as the face of our flight department in industry forums and groups, championing our commitment to excellence.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Director may fly as a part time pilot.

Required Skills :

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certification with multi-engine landing rating, First Class Medical Certification, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio License, and valid passport.

hours total flight time with , hours as a Pilot in Command with at least , multi-engine jet PIC

• Prior experience as a Chief Pilot / Corporate Jet Captain flying domestically and internationally.
• Must be able to pass FAA Class I physical examination.

Preferred Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in aviation / business discipline preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Ten plus years of experience in managing aviation services including providing strategic plans that align with corporate objectives, operation, and maintenance plans, developing and managing a department and capital budgets (including the procurement and maintenance of aircraft), and overseeing the monitoring of all departmental financial and operational metrics to ensure that they are on track.
• Experience in monitoring the status of crew members' qualifications, flight standards, and ensures that all flight operations, records, and filings are in accordance with applicable FAA and ICAO standards.
30+ days ago