Manager, Regional Aviation – Greenfields and Special Projects

Role Overview

• Responsible for supporting aviation startup, transition, and special project initiatives across the organization, with a primary focus on Greenfield base openings, operational readiness, pilot coordination, safety, and training support.
• This role partners closely with aviation leadership, maintenance, clinical operations, and other internal stakeholders to help execute time-sensitive projects, stabilize new operations, and ensure aviation resources are aligned to meet service and operational demands.
• Support the planning, execution, and operational readiness of Greenfield base openings, base transitions, closures, and other special aviation projects.
• Coordinate aviation startup activities including pilot staffing alignment, training schedules, aircraft availability, and operational logistics.
• Partner with Regional Aviation Directors, Area Managers, Maintenance, Clinical, Safety, and HR to ensure cross-functional alignment during project execution.
• Ensure aviation-related components of the Base Startup, Closure, and Movement Manual are completed accurately and within required timelines.
• Assist in coordinating pilot training (initial, transition, and recurrent) in partnership with the Pilot Training team to support new and transitioning operations.
• Monitor project timelines and identify risks to operational readiness, including staffing gaps, training delays, or aircraft availability constraints.
• Support aircraft movement planning including ferry flights, backup aircraft placement, and MOC coordination as needed for project execution.
• Evaluate operational compliance during startup and transition phases, ensuring adherence to FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, and General Operations Manual.
• Coordinate with Regional Safety and Maintenance leadership to address safety concerns, mechanical issues, and operational risks impacting project timelines.
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis tied to startup or special project operations when required.
• Provide regular status updates to aviation leadership on project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Assist in stabilizing new bases post-launch, ensuring proper integration into standard operations and handoff to regional leadership.
• Serve as a point of contact for aviation-related project execution, ensuring clear communication and accountability across stakeholders.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and support time-sensitive operational needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2,500 total flight hours.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Part 135 operation.
• Eight (8) or more years of aviation experience, preferably within air medical or critical care transport environments.
• Prior experience supporting base startups, operational transitions, or multi-site aviation operations strongly preferred.
• Previous leadership or project-based operational experience preferred.
• Strong operational and project management capability with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments with tight timelines.
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to assess risk and act in alignment with operational and safety priorities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to analyze operational challenges and develop practical, actionable solutions.
• Maintains objectivity and professionalism when addressing safety, compliance, and operational concerns.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work within operational tracking systems, reporting tools, and internal dashboards.
• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate (Rotorcraft or Airplane).
• Current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate.
• Subject to DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Benefits

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