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Globe Life · 1 week ago

Operations Manager, Aviation (Onsite)

MCK-Henneman Way

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Globe Life is committed to fostering a caring and innovative culture, and they are seeking an Aviation Operations Manager to oversee daily aviation operations, safety, compliance, and efficiency. The role involves managing flight scheduling, ensuring regulatory compliance with FAA regulations, leading safety programs, and supervising aviation staff.

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Responsibilities

Manage daily aviation operations, including flight scheduling, dispatch, crew coordination, and ground services

Ensure aircraft availability, readiness, and timely dispatch for all missions or flights

Coordinate with maintenance teams to monitor aircraft status, inspections, and service requirements

Oversee airport operations procedures, ramp activities, fueling, hangar operations, and logistics

Ensure full compliance with FAA regulations, company manuals, and industry safety standards

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of aviation rules, operational changes, and compliance requirements

Support audit preparation and participate in internal and external inspections

Lead safety programs, risk assessments, and incident investigations

Ensure the implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and continuous improvement initiatives

Conduct regular safety briefings, training, and operational audits

Supervise flight operations staff, dispatchers, coordinators, and ground personnel

Provide training, performance feedback, and professional development to team members

Establish staffing plans, shift assignments, and workload distribution

Manage flight schedules, crew assignments, duty/rest compliance, and resource planning

Collaborate with pilots, maintenance personnel, airport authorities, and external partners

Ensure efficient and seamless communication across all aviation departments

Monitor department budgets, operating costs, and vendor contracts

Assist with procurement of aviation supplies, equipment, and service agreements

Prepare operational reports, performance metrics, and improvement recommendations

Analyze operations workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness

Implement best practices in aviation operations, maintenance coordination, and ground handling

Qualification

Aviation operations experienceFAA regulations knowledgeSafety Management SystemsFlight scheduling systemsLeadership skillsSituational awarenessCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDecision-making skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in aviation management, Aeronautical Science, Business Administration, or related field

5–10+ years of aviation operations experience

Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations (Part 91, 121, or 135 depending on your environment)

Experience with flight scheduling systems, dispatch, maintenance coordination, and ground operations

Familiarity with Safety Management Systems (SMS) and quality assurance programs

Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills

Core competencies in Operational Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Safety & SMS Expertise, Crew & Resource Management, Communication & Collaboration, Problem-Solving & Decision-Making, and Situational Awareness & Crisis Management

Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift

Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications