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San Francisco, CA · On-site

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Finance Manager Aviation Leasing

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

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... Finance Accounting or Economics? * 7+ years of aviation or automotive finance, aircraft or automotive leasing, structured finance or investment role experience? * a deep knowledge of aircraft or ...

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How much do aviation finance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for aviation finance in the United States is $92,631.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is aviation finance?

An Aviation Finance job involves managing the financial aspects of the aviation industry, including aircraft leasing, financing, and investment. Professionals in this field work with airlines, leasing companies, banks, and investors to structure deals, secure funding, and assess financial risks. They analyze market trends, negotiate contracts, and ensure regulatory compliance to support the profitability and sustainability of aviation-related businesses.

What does an aviation finance professional do?

Aviation Finance professionals are often responsible for analyzing lease, loan, and purchase agreements for aircraft, conducting financial modeling, and preparing investment proposals. They regularly collaborate with airlines, lessors, banks, and legal teams to structure and negotiate deals that meet regulatory and financial requirements. Additionally, the role involves ongoing monitoring of asset performance, risk assessment, and market trend analysis. Working closely with both internal stakeholders and external partners is common, making teamwork and cross-functional communication essential for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in aviation finance?

To thrive in Aviation Finance, you need a strong background in finance, accounting, and analytical skills, often supported by a degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with financial modeling software (such as Excel, SAP, or Oracle), and relevant certifications like CFA or CPA, are highly valued. Attention to detail, effective communication, and strong negotiation skills are crucial soft skills in this position. These skills enable professionals to navigate complex financial structures and transactions, ensuring the stability and growth of aviation-related investments and operations.

How much do people in aviation finance make?

Salaries for aviation finance professionals vary based on experience, location, and company size, but typically range from $70,000 to $150,000 annually. Entry-level roles may start around $60,000, while senior positions or specialized roles can exceed $200,000 with bonuses and benefits.
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Infographic showing various Aviation Finance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,631 per year, or $44.5 per hour.

Project Finance - Credit Risk Portfolio Management (Associate or VP) - NY

MUFG Bank, Ltd.

New York, NY • On-site

$135K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?
Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world's leading financial groups. Across the globe, we're 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.
With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.
Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.
The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day. A member of our recruitment team will provide more details.
We are seeking experienced project finance professional(s) at the Associate & VP level(s) with Portfolio Management experience to conduct credit analysis of project finance transactions. MUFG's top performing project finance practice covers multiple verticals including power/renewable energy, oil and gas, infrastructure and Latin America. There may also be an opportunity to support aviation finance and leasing.
The selected colleague will work in our New York office four days per week and work remotely one day.
Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the existing credit portfolio of loans compromised of Project Finance, Infrastructure Finance, Syndicated Loans, Energy, Leveraged Lending Loans.
  • Identify emerging risks in assigned portfolio.
  • Perform ongoing credit reviews of individual accounts through regular/ad-hoc credit review process and closely monitoring existing Problem Loans and Watch List accounts.
  • Conduct site visits and attend bank/customer meetings.
  • Coordinate and communicate critical account information independently and directly to various related parties throughout the bank, business line, product groups and credit divisions.
  • Monitor matured/maturing loans/credit lines and coordinate appropriate renewal.
  • Ensure compliance with external regulatory/internal policy and procedural requirements.

The right candidate will have:
  • Relative work experience in financial institutions or equivalent in credit and/or risk related function
  • Sound knowledge of credit analysis, credit and risk management
  • Ability to understand and work with complex financial models to assess the borrower's repayment ability
  • Experience in analyzing/supporting project finance credits. Credit experience in aviation finance or other structured finance (securitization, leasing) is a plus
  • Sound knowledge of finance, accounting, loan documentation and credit/structural risks in various project finance sectors
  • High level of proficiency in financial calculations
  • Increasing ability with level to influence and drive complex initiatives and manage logistics with internal stakeholders.
  • An understanding of the regulatory environment in the U.S. (OCC, FRB). An understanding of the regulatory environment in Japan (FSA, BOJ) is a plus
  • Administrative agency and/or workout experience is a plus
  • BA or BS required, MBA preferred

The typical base pay range for this role is between $135k - $200k (for Associate through VP range) depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location, plus eligibility for bonus. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation. Additionally, our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please click the link below.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (including (i) the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, (ii) the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, (iii) the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and (iv) the California Fair Chance Act) to the extent that (a) an applicant is not subject to a statutory disqualification pursuant to Section 3(a)(39) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 or Section 8a(2) or 8a(3) of the Commodity Exchange Act, and (b) they do not conflict with the background screening requirements of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the National Futures Association (NFA). The major responsibilities listed above are the material job duties of this role for which the Company reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of conditional offer of employment, if any.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, gender identity, sex, age, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran and military status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status of an individual or that individual's associates or relatives that is protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), the 6th largest financial group in the world. Across the globe, we're 160,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world's most trusted financial group, it's part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.

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Banking and credit intermediation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

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