Job Description

Behind every seamless journey, is the perfect team. Since 1983, Jet Aviation Staffing has been supporting the industry's most prominent aviation companies by attracting and placing top talent. With thousands of direct hire placements of crew members, maintenance professionals, support staff, management and executive positions, and many more disciplines, we continue to perfect the art of staffing. When you want to find the very best career opportunity, you can rely on a team of dedicated professionals. On behalf of our external customers, Jet Aviation Staffing upholds in-depth and extensive standards to ensure we are recommending the best talent. Dedicated to the details, our expertise ensures a perfect career opportunity match for each of our candidates and a seamless experience for our customer.

About the Role

Our client, a full-service private aviation company and FAA-approved Part-145 Repair Station, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Manager to drive business growth in aircraft maintenance and repair services. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in scheduling heavy inspections at a 145 Repair Station, along with experience in AOG services, maintenance, avionics, and business jet inspections.

As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for generating new business, expanding client relationships, and promoting scheduled heavy inspections. This role requires domestic travel (25%) across key airport territories. A proven track record of success in a similar role is required.

Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
• 401K match: 100% of the first 4%
• PTO: 2 week's vacation + 6 personal days
• Work hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to drive revenue growth in heavy inspections, scheduled maintenance, and Part-145 Repair Station services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, identifying opportunities to upsell major inspections and long-term maintenance plans.
• Actively pursue new business opportunities through networking, cold calling, and industry events.
• Work closely with MRO operations and scheduling teams to coordinate heavy inspections and ensure seamless service execution.
• Prepare and present proposals, pricing, contracts, and service agreements tailored to client needs.
• Stay up-to-date with FAA regulations, industry trends, and competitor offerings to enhance sales strategies.
• Provide regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance updates to the executive team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Aviation Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven sales success in private aviation, with a strong emphasis on heavy inspections, scheduled maintenance, and repair services.
• Extensive experience working with a Part-145 Repair Station, specifically in coordinating major maintenance events and inspections.
• Strong knowledge of business jet platforms, including ERJ 135/145, CRJ 100/200/700

Gulfstreams series, Citation all airframes, Challengers 300 series and 600 series, Global series

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to identify client needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel as required (25%).

Compensation Data:

The likely salary range for this position is $90,000 - $125,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly other requirements.

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.

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