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 650 and 605 aircraft, our flight schedule comprises 75% domestic flying and 25% 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 3 certification since 2018

Successful implementation of FAA Part 5 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.
• 6,000 hours total flight time with 5,000 hours as a Pilot in Command with at least 1,000 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.
  
  

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.