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Director of Aviation jobs are open across municipal airports, airlines, and aerospace organizations, covering specializations in airport operations, safety compliance, and capital project oversight, from manager to executive level. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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“Where your work is valued—above-market pay, real work-life balance, and a team that feels like home.”
THE POSITION…
As the Director of Defense, you will be responsible for driving sales strategy in the defense aviation marketplace with a focus on business development, and contract acquisitions for military, U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), intelligence community (IC), and federal government customers. You’ll cultivate new and maintain existing customer relationships. To be successful in this role, you’ll need experience developing service and product programs.
THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR YOU IF…
- You have a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
- You have a minimum of 10 years of direct aviation experience, preferably with exposure to aviation electrical and avionics systems.
- You have a minimum of 5 years of direct supervision experience.
- You can obtain and maintain a US Government and DoD security clearance.
- You have experience selling to government customers and defense primes along with an understanding of DoD acquisition processes and contracting.
- You have strong program/project management skills.
- You have strong record of negotiating contracts.
- You have excellent presentation skills.
- You are proficient with Microsoft Office.
- You have strong attention to detail.
- You are organized, focused, and results oriented.
- You are a problem solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills.
- You have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
WE WOULD REALLY LIKE IT IF… (but it’s not a deal breaker)…
- You have FAA A&P and/or Pilot’s license.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT…
- Develop and implement a business strategic plan for defense groups
- Navigate complex government procurement pathways (such as OTAs, CSOs, consortiums, and traditional FAR-based contracts), leading RFIs/RFPsm and pricing strategies
- Coach, mentor, motivate and develop direct reports
- Navigate shifting agency directives to ensure zero disruption to ongoing government programs
- Monitor federal procurement directives, compliance briefs, and defense agency priorities to proactively align the sales pipeline with changing government requirements
- Monitor competitive threats and conduct competitive analysis
- Develop, review, negotiate, and manage business contracts including long-term agreement (LTAs) and product support agreements (PSAs) to establish positive partnerships and programs
- Travel up to 50% annually to meet business needs
WE ARE ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK…
- We provide above-market pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
- We promote an environment where you can excel in your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Our facility is climate controlled, clean, organized, and safe. We operate in a professional, light manufacturing environment.
- We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right – every time.
- We have frequent events to keep work interesting. Our food drive is super impressive, we enjoy an annual food truck fest appreciation day, monthly fruit/donut day, employee luncheons throughout the year, wellness challenges with incentives, and frequent ticket raffles for local sporting and cultural events.
- We have a small company feel – even though we’re doing big things!
WHO WE ARE…
Founded in 1964, Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics provides superior instruments, avionics and power solutions to the global aerospace community. We operate one of the largest maintenance, overhaul and exchange programs in the world, and deliver safe and certified products, using innovative technologies and sophisticated clean sheet designs.
At Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics, we are committed to quality, service, integrity, and professionalism. Our employees serve the best customers from all over the world in general, business and commercial, advanced air mobility, defense and special missions markets. In this role, you’ll be an important part of the reason our customers consider us a premier instrument, avionics, and aircraft power solutions provider.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Actual compensation offered within the targeted salary range will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
COME JOIN MID-CONTINENT!
“Where your work is valued—above-market pay, real work-life balance, and a team that feels like home.”
THE POSITION…
As the Director of Defense, you will be responsible for driving sales strategy in the defense aviation marketplace with a focus on business development, and contract acquisitions for military, U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), intelligence community (IC), and federal government customers. You’ll cultivate new and maintain existing customer relationships. To be successful in this role, you’ll need experience developing service and product programs.
THIS POSITION MAY BE FOR YOU IF…
- You have a bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
- You have a minimum of 10 years of direct aviation experience, preferably with exposure to aviation electrical and avionics systems.
- You have a minimum of 5 years of direct supervision experience.
- You can obtain and maintain a US Government and DoD security clearance.
- You have experience selling to government customers and defense primes along with an understanding of DoD acquisition processes and contracting.
- You have strong program/project management skills.
- You have strong record of negotiating contracts.
- You have excellent presentation skills.
- You are proficient with Microsoft Office.
- You have strong attention to detail.
- You are organized, focused, and results oriented.
- You are a problem solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills.
- You have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
WE WOULD REALLY LIKE IT IF… (but it’s not a deal breaker)…
- You have FAA A&P and/or Pilot’s license.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ONE DAY TO THE NEXT…
- Develop and implement a business strategic plan for defense groups
- Navigate complex government procurement pathways (such as OTAs, CSOs, consortiums, and traditional FAR-based contracts), leading RFIs/RFPsm and pricing strategies
- Coach, mentor, motivate and develop direct reports
- Navigate shifting agency directives to ensure zero disruption to ongoing government programs
- Monitor federal procurement directives, compliance briefs, and defense agency priorities to proactively align the sales pipeline with changing government requirements
- Monitor competitive threats and conduct competitive analysis
- Develop, review, negotiate, and manage business contracts including long-term agreement (LTAs) and product support agreements (PSAs) to establish positive partnerships and programs
- Travel up to 50% annually to meet business needs
WE ARE ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK…
- We provide above-market pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
- We promote an environment where you can excel in your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Our facility is climate controlled, clean, organized, and safe. We operate in a professional, light manufacturing environment.
- We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right – every time.
- We have frequent events to keep work interesting. Our food drive is super impressive, we enjoy an annual food truck fest appreciation day, monthly fruit/donut day, employee luncheons throughout the year, wellness challenges with incentives, and frequent ticket raffles for local sporting and cultural events.
- We have a small company feel – even though we’re doing big things!
WHO WE ARE…
Founded in 1964, Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics provides superior instruments, avionics and power solutions to the global aerospace community. We operate one of the largest maintenance, overhaul and exchange programs in the world, and deliver safe and certified products, using innovative technologies and sophisticated clean sheet designs.
At Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics, we are committed to quality, service, integrity, and professionalism. Our employees serve the best customers from all over the world in general, business and commercial, advanced air mobility, defense and special missions markets. In this role, you’ll be an important part of the reason our customers consider us a premier instrument, avionics, and aircraft power solutions provider.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Actual compensation offered within the targeted salary range will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of aviation jobs.
- FAA Part 139 airport certification knowledge and direct compliance oversight experience
- Bachelor's degree in aviation management, public administration, or a related field
- Accredited Airport Executive (AAE) credential from AAAE or equivalent professional certification
- Experience managing multimillion-dollar capital improvement projects and airport budgets
- Proficiency coordinating with TSA, FAA, and local government regulatory stakeholders
- Strong background in emergency planning, safety management systems, and incident response
Tips for Your Director of Aviation Job Search
Tailor your resume to airport scale
Directors of aviation at a 10-gate regional airport and a major hub face entirely different scopes. Specify the annual passenger volume, number of runways, and operating budget you managed so hiring panels can gauge fit at a glance.
Lead with your FAA compliance record
Most postings screen first for direct FAA Part 139 certification experience. Put your certification history, any corrective action outcomes, and TSA coordination experience in the first third of your resume, not buried under general leadership bullets.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of aviation openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a capital project portfolio
Many director of aviation roles are posted specifically to oversee runway expansions, terminal renovations, or ground transport projects. Bring a one-page summary of projects you delivered on budget, naming the funding source, timeline, and your decision authority.
Research the authority structure before interviewing
Some directors report to a city manager, others to an airport board or airline parent company. Understand who holds budgetary authority at each organization you interview with and frame your leadership examples to match that reporting relationship.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting
Director of aviation roles are tied to a physical airport and rarely allow remote work. If relocation is required, negotiate timing, moving costs, and temporary housing before signing, since these terms are rarely offered unless you ask directly.
Director of Aviation Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of aviations?
The companies hiring the most director of aviations right now include V2X, Western Michigan University, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Michigan, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal airport authorities and regional airline operators consistently account for the bulk of active postings.
How many director of aviation jobs are remote?
About 50% of director of aviation openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how operationally site-dependent most of these roles are. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility are aviation consulting, policy development, and grant administration rather than day-to-day airport operations leadership.
How do you become a director of aviation?
Most directors of aviation start in airport operations, airline management, or military aviation, then move into supervisory roles such as operations manager or assistant airport director. Earning an Accredited Airport Executive credential through AAAE strengthens your candidacy significantly. From there, building direct FAA Part 139 compliance experience and leading at least one major capital project positions you competitively for a director-level search.
Can you get a director of aviation job with limited experience?
Breaking into a director of aviation role with limited airport management experience is difficult but possible through adjacent paths. Candidates from military aviation or air traffic control backgrounds can compete for smaller regional airport directorships, where budget scope is narrower and boards prioritize operational safety credentials over traditional airport administration experience. Starting as an assistant director or operations manager at a small airport is the most common stepping-stone strategy.
What does the director of aviation interview process look like?
The director of aviation interview process typically runs in two or three rounds. An initial screening with HR or a search firm is followed by a panel interview with airport board members, city officials, or airline stakeholders who assess your regulatory knowledge and leadership philosophy. Finalists are often asked to present a vision document or respond to a hypothetical capital project or safety scenario before a public board vote confirms the hire.
Where can I find and apply to director of aviation jobs?
You can find and apply to director of aviation jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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