Director, Fleet Management & Aircraft Transactions

Responsibilities

• Drive business development efforts within Fleet Management and Aircraft Transactions, identifying new client opportunities and expanding existing accounts
• Lead and oversee large-scale projects, ensuring delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and alignment with firm goals
• Serve as a subject matter expert in fleet management and aircraft transaction disciplines, including asset management, aircraft records auditing with back-to-birth trace, maintenance repair and overhaul processes, and continuing airworthiness management
• Coach and mentor project managers, specialists, and cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate capabilities and deliver right-sized solutions
• Lead the design and implementation of technical frameworks and methodologies for complex client challenges
• Proactively manage delivery and operational risks, proposing mitigation strategies and escalating issues as appropriate
• Foster inclusion, accountability, and work-life balance within teams and client engagements
• Represent Oliver Wyman Vector at industry forums, conferences, and client meetings
• Report to the Vice President, Fleet Management and Aircraft Transactions or designated senior leader
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers, specialists, and cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with Directors, Vice Presidents, and practice leaders across Oliver Wyman Vector and Oliver Wyman

Requirements

• Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in aviation technical services, aircraft records, asset management or related aerospace/aviation maintenance disciplines
• Ten years or more of leadership experience supervising large teams
• Proven track record leading large, complex technical projects and multi-disciplinary teams in regulated environments
• Comprehensive understanding of Federal or National Authority regulations concerning aircraft, engine, and appliance continued airworthiness, configuration control, and pertinent client manuals
• Strong analytical and high attention to detail skills while manipulating or managing large volumes of data
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management within aviation or aerospace sectors
• Strong leadership skills with experience coaching and developing high-performing teams
• Excellent communication skills with senior executives and diverse stakeholders
• Familiarity with digital tools and software that enhance technical services productivity and quality
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate
• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or related field; preferred or equivalent work experience
• Relevant certifications such as PMP or Lean Six Sigma are a plus
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in aviation technical services, aircraft records, and asset management, with a strong focus on client relationship management and business development. Proven leadership in managing large, complex projects and cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Aviation Technical Services
• Aircraft Records Management
• Business Development
• Leadership in Regulated Environments
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Hard Skills

• Asset Management
• Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Processes
• Continuing Airworthiness Management
• Data Analysis
• Project Management

Soft Skills

• Coaching and Mentoring
• Excellent Communication
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Fostering Inclusion

Certifications & Qualifications

• PMP
• Lean Six Sigma
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Industry Keywords

• Fleet Management
• Aircraft Transactions
• Federal Aviation Regulations
• Configuration Control
• Aerospace Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

• Digital Tools for Technical Services
• Technical Frameworks and Methodologies