Client Aviation Director - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Client Aviation Director
Location: Teterboro, NJ, US, 07608
Job Category: Flight Services
Career Level: Professional
Requisition Id: 3075
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.
Position Summary
As the Client Aviation Director, youll be the go-to person for our valued clients & client representatives, helping them navigate their private aviation needs with ease. Youll work closely with flight operations, maintenance teams, and sales to ensure every trip is perfectly planned and executed, all while adhering to industry regulations and safety standards.
Your role is all about building strong relationships, understanding each clients unique preferences, anticipating their needs, and making sure they feel well taken care of every step of the way. Were looking for someone whos personable, detail-oriented, and proactivesomeone who can balance client satisfaction with aviation operations, while also ensuring compliance with all aviation regulations and safety requirements. If youre passionate about aviation, love working with people, and understand the importance of safety and compliance, this is the role for you.
The posted salary ranges will default to that of your regional location and will not include any premiums. The baseline range will be as follows: $135,000 - $160,000.
This is a hybrid role, working at least three days weekly, out of one of the locations listed below. Please list your preferred location in your application:
? Teterboro, NJ
? Burbank, CA
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience managing accounts for high-net-worth individuals, ideally in the private aviation or luxury service industries.
- Strong understanding of the private aviation sector, including its regulations, demands, and operational complexities because we prioritize safety and excellence.
- A team player and a natural relationship builder with excellent communication skills, ready to connect with clients and understand their unique needs.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, enabling you to tackle complex client requests and keep operations running smoothly.
- Experience with CRM software and other tech tools that help manage client relationships effectively.
- A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, flexible schedule, juggling multiple priorities with ease.
Main Responsibilities
- Be the primary point of contact for our high-net-worth clients, building strong relationships and getting to know their unique aviation needs.
- Keep clients informed with regular updates, gather their feedback, and offer tailored aviation service recommendations to ensure they feel valued and understood.
- Coordinate and oversee all aspects of client accounts, balancing client expectations with important aviation regulations and safety standards.
- Collaborate with flight operations, maintenance teams, and sales to ensure we meet client needs while adhering to industry regulations and providing top-notch service.
- Step in to mediate and resolve any internal conflicts among flight support personnel, creating a positive team environment to keep our clients happy and well cared for.
- Anticipate client needs and proactively address any potential issues, always ready with solutions to enhance their experience.
Desired Characteristics
- Aviation Aficionado: You bring a wealth of experience across all facets of the private aviation sector, understanding the ins and outs of operations and customer service like the back of your hand.
- Market Savvy: Youre in tune with the trends and influences shaping the private aviation industry, allowing you to navigate the landscape and make smart, strategic decisions that benefit both clients and our business.
- Client Champion: Your passion for delivering outstanding service shines through in everything you do. You put clients first and consistently go above and beyond to ensure they feel valued and understood.
- Master Communicator: With your excellent verbal and written skills, you effortlessly connect with clients and colleagues alike, sharing information clearly and building strong relationships.
- Team Dynamo: You thrive in a collaborative environment, eager to partner with various teams to create a seamless experience for clients and foster a positive workplace culture.
- Flexible Innovator: In the fast-paced world of private aviation, you adapt quickly and think on your feet, demonstrating resourcefulness and creativity in tackling challenges and meeting client needs.
- Solution-Oriented Problem Solver: You take a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, always ready with effective solutions that keep our clients happy and operations running smoothly.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Jet Aviation, where individuals are hired, employed, recognized, and advance based upon their individual skills and abilities and without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), status as a protected veteran or any status or characteristic protected from employment discrimination under applicable federal, state and local laws (EEO status). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and opportunities for training and advancement.
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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