FMF Base Manager

Position Summary:The FMF Base Manager exists to support Sterile Insect Technique operations at the Sarasota, Florida base through management of customer expectations, pilot and aircraft logistics and collaborating with maintenance personnel for maintenance needs.  

Key Responsibilities:           

• Creates and sustains customer relationships 
• Ensures all customer requested flights are scheduled and an aircraft and flight crew are assigned 
• Ensures compliance with all appropriate FAA and Dynamic Aviation regulations, policies and procedures 
• Manages Flight Operations administrative functions including the accuracy of flight logs, sitreps, maintenance paperwork, and billing data reviews 
• Provides daily leadership and supervision to permanent and temporary staff assigned to the Sarasota, Florida location 
• Responsible for completing performance reviews, and addressing employee performance or issues 
• Assists in the development of Flight Operations manuals and policies 
• Assists with coordination between Flight Operations and Maintenance Operations 
• Develops, implements, and manages the FMF Base performance standards 
• Responsible for approving departmental travel 
• Monitors, reviews, and approves employee time corrections within 24 hours of correction  
• Manages company equipment as assigned 
• Works with the Operations Portfolio Manager (OPM) to ensure the financial success of the base via budgeting and cost control techniques 
• Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications:

• Leadership and relationship building experience
• High level of integrity, honesty, and humility 
• Experience in managing aircraft fleet
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills 

• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster a team-based environment 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Certificate with Instrument Rating 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Flight hour requirements: minimum 1200 total time with 100 hours in King Air 90 
• Knowledge of King Air systems  
• FAA A&P License
• Inspection Authorization
• Business management skills

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel as required up to 20%
• Physical ability to lift, balance, and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.  
• Stand for an extended period of time on a concrete floor 
• Work in harsh environmental conditions (extreme heat and cold) 
• U.S. Passport or work authorization requirements to work in the U.S.

Working Conditions:

• Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm, evenings and weekends as required by operations. Schedule may change based on business requirements and operational needs
• May be required to work in hot, humid conditions for extended periods, particularly during outdoor inspections, maintenance activities, or aircraft support

Pay Band: $65,000.- $110,000. Starting pay is determined by experience, qualifications, and internal equity, and typically falls between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.