Essential Functions and Duties AAM Fleet Operations Management (approx. 50%)
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Advanced Air Mobility fleet, including flight scheduling, mission planning, and staffing.
Ensure all AAM operations are conducted in accordance with FAA regulations (14 CFR Part 107, Part 135, and applicable waivers, exemptions, and authorizations), Company policies, and grant requirements.
Stay advised of aircraft maintenance scheduling, airworthiness, and safety-of-flight concerns.
Maintain operational records, flight logs, incident reports, and performance data required for regulatory and grant reporting.
Coordinate with Ryan Air station personnel, Flight Operations, and the Director of Safety to integrate AAM cargo operations with existing Ryan Air station and cargo processes.
Support demonstration flights, test programs, route development, and community engagement events.
Supervise medical cargo care coordinators and other staff as the department develops.
Participate in the Company Safety Management System (SMS); identify and report operational discrepancies, hazards, or needs to the Director of Advanced Air Mobility.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Strong technical writing, proposal development, and presentation skills.
Working knowledge of federal grant regulations, grant financial management, and reporting requirements.
Ability to analyze data, manage budgets, and meet multiple concurrent deadlines.
Working knowledge of unmanned aircraft systems / Advanced Air Mobility operations and applicable FAA regulations.
Able to lead, train, and communicate with employees in a safe and positive manner.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Flexible and responsive to direction and changing priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with grant portals such as Grants.gov and SAM.gov preferred.
Good communication and customer-service skills.
Able to work independently and as part of a team, using sound independent judgment and decision-making.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position supervises AAM technicians and support staff and provides supervisory coverage for the AAM fleet when the President and other Directors.
Travel
Travel to Ryan Air stations, AAM operating sites, grantor-agency meetings, and industry conferences is required. Quarterly site visits should be expected.
Preferred Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in business administration, public administration, aviation management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three (3) years of grant writing and/or grant administration experience preferred.
Previous aviation, UAS, or Advanced Air Mobility operations experience preferred.
FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) preferred, or willingness to obtain.
Special Requirements
Must be able to pass a ten-year security background check for airport badging.
Must be able to routinely lift 50 pounds.
Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
Must be able to obtain an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) within one year of hire, if not already held.