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Managing Director, Technical OperationsAirlines • Washington, DC, United States
Managing Director, Technical Operations

Managing Director, Technical Operations

Airlines • Washington, DC, United States
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JOB # : 25-04

DATE : 08 / 05 / 2025

TITLE : Managing Director, Technical Operations

GRADE : EXEMPT

DIVISION / DEPARTMENT : Safety & Operations

REPORTS TO : Vice President, Safety & Technical Operations

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a comprehensive role that directs and manages the activities of A4A in areas of engineering and maintenance. The Managing Director provides strategic leadership and coordination for member technical issues, regulatory comment consolidation and oversight of the Engineering, Maintenance and Materiel Council (EMMC), including its subordinate committees, such as the Airworthiness Committee and Maintenance Safety Committee, industry groups and networks. The role also serves as a key liaison with the FAA and other regulatory bodies, OEMs and industry stakeholders.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Monitor and analyze U.S. and international regulatory and legislative developments affecting member technical operations while providing strategic advice and facilitating consensus responses to proposed rulemaking, including airworthiness directives and safety initiatives
  • Coordinate the EMMC strategy and work plan in response to objectives and significant emerging issues
  • Enhance member access to FAA and other regulatory authorities with oversight of technical operations
  • Responsible for A4A's partnership with Aviation Week in presenting the annual "MRO Americas" conference and exhibition
  • Responsible for the annual A4A-produced Nondestructive Testing Forum
  • Support the development and implementation of industry standards, such as ATA specifications and other technical guidance documents

SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferred) or aviation related field
  • Diverse aviation experience including 10 or more years of experience with a major airline-at least five in technical operations
  • Ability to navigate complex environments, build consensus and achieve goals effectively
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships within A4A staff, members, FAA, OEMs and other aviation stakeholders, while interacting effectively with executive-level staff from government and private sectors
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and strategic planning capabilities
  • Excellent public speaking and written communication skills with an ability to develop and deliver persuasive messages to a variety of audiences
  • Experience planning and executing large events
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and leading collaborative initiatives to success
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • Political acumen and adaptability

    • WORK ENVIRONMENT

    If approved by department supervisors, A4A employees have the option to work from home on Fridays. All employees are expected to work in the office Monday through Thursday.

    SALARY INFORMATION

    The annual salary range for this position is $180,000 to $200,000. Typically, new hires are brought into the organization at a salary between the minimum and midpoint for the role, depending on experience, qualifications and internal equity.

    COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

    Choice of medical plans plus free life, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) with matching contributions, airline travel privileges, a tuition reimbursement plan and 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to hr@airlines.org, attention JOA# 25-04.

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