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Aircraft Maintenance SME

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$36 - $46.50/hr

The Aviation Maintenance SME role will be filled by an experienced US Air Force Aviation Maintenance Officer with progressive experience leading aircraft maintenance for one or more platforms within ...

Site Supervisor

Fort Worth, TX ยท On-site

$45 - $46.50/hr

Marine Corps Master Chief (E-9), Senior Chief (E-8), or Maintenance Officer (CWO/LDO) background ... Primarily active across the aircraft hangar floor, maintenance shops, and flight line environments ...

Site Supervisor

Fort Worth, TX ยท On-site

$45 - $46.50/hr

Marine Corps Master Chief (E-9), Senior Chief (E-8), or Maintenance Officer (CWO/LDO) background ... Primarily active across the aircraft hangar floor, maintenance shops, and flight line environments ...

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How much do chief maintenance officer aircraft jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief maintenance officer aircraft in the United States is $166,511.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $132,000.00 and $195,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chief Maintenance Officer Aircraft vs Aircraft Maintenance Manager?

AspectChief Maintenance Officer AircraftAircraft Maintenance Manager
CredentialsFAA certifications, engineering or technical degreeFAA certifications, technical diploma or degree
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level oversight, strategic planningSupervisory role, hands-on maintenance management
Employer & IndustryAirlines, private jet operators, aerospace companiesAirlines, maintenance facilities, corporate aviation
Search & ComparisonOften compared for leadership roles in aircraft maintenanceMore focused on daily operations and team management

The Chief Maintenance Officer Aircraft typically holds a higher-level, strategic role overseeing maintenance operations at an organizational level, while the Aircraft Maintenance Manager focuses on daily maintenance activities and team supervision. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the aviation industry, but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Chief Maintenance Officer Aircraft job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $166,511 per year, or $80.1 per hour.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chandler, AZ โ€ข On-site

SyberJet Aircraft
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturingย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

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Job description

SyberJet Aircraft is an aerospace technology company focused on designing and manufacturing nextโ€‘generation aircraft and aviation systems. We combine advanced engineering, manufacturing innovation, and cuttingโ€‘edge technology to build scalable aviation solutions for commercial, defense, and emerging mobility markets.

We are entering a critical growth phase involving aircraft development, certification, production scaling, and capital expansion. We are seeking a strategic and handsโ€‘on Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, fundraising, and capital planning.

Job Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for building and leading the companyโ€™s financial strategy, with a particular focus on capital raising, financial modeling, and longโ€‘term funding strategy required to support aircraft development, certification, and production scaling.

This role requires a leader who can operate at both the strategic and operational level, working closely with the CEO, board, investors, and leadership team to secure capital and ensure disciplined financial management across complex aerospace programs.

The CFO will develop robust financial models, manage investor relationships, structure funding rounds, and ensure the company maintains the financial infrastructure necessary to scale aircraft production.

Key Responsibilities Financial Modeling & Strategic Planning
  • Develop and maintain complex financial models for aircraft development, certification, and production scaling.
  • Model capital requirements, manufacturing ramp, aircraft program economics, and long-term profitability.
  • Build models for
    • Aircraft unit economics
    • Production ramp scenarios
    • Certification timelines
    • Capital expenditure planning
    • Market expansion strategies
  • Provide financial analysis to guide strategic decisions, investment prioritization, and risk management.
Capital Strategy & Fundraising
  • Lead all equity and debt fundraising activities, including venture capital, strategic investors, private equity, government funding, and project finance.
  • Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors, banks, and strategic partners.
  • Develop investor materials including pitch decks, financial models, and due diligence data rooms.
  • Structure and negotiate term sheets, financing agreements, and capital structures.
  • Identify and secure government grants, defense funding, and aerospace development programs.
  • Support strategic partnerships and joint ventures related to aircraft production and technology development.
Financial Operations & Infrastructure
  • Build and lead the companyโ€™s finance organization, including FP&A, accounting, treasury, and investor reporting.
  • Implement financial systems and controls suitable for a scaling aerospace manufacturer.
  • Oversee
    • Budgeting and forecasting
    • Cash flow management
    • Cost accounting for aircraft production
    • Program-level financial tracking
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, audit requirements, and regulatory reporting.
Executive Leadership
  • Partner with the CEO and executive team on corporate strategy, growth initiatives, and capital allocation.
  • Present financial performance and strategy to the Board of Directors and investors.
  • Support longโ€‘term company objectives including aircraft certification, manufacturing scale, and global expansion.
Qualifications
  • 12+ years of experience in finance, investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance.
  • Proven experience leading fundraising rounds ($50M+ preferred).
  • Deep expertise in financial modeling, capital structuring, and investor relations.
  • Experience supporting capital-intensive technology or manufacturing businesses.
  • Strong understanding of venture capital and growthโ€‘stage financing.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in aerospace, aviation, defense, advanced manufacturing, or hardware startups.
  • Background supporting aircraft programs, certification processes, or large engineering programs.
  • Experience securing government funding, defense contracts, or aerospace grants.
  • Previous experience as a CFO or VP Finance at a highโ€‘growth company.
Key Traits
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities
  • Strong communicator with investors and board members
  • Entrepreneurial and comfortable operating in highโ€‘growth environments
  • Ability to translate complex engineering programs into financial strategy
  • Handsโ€‘on leader capable of building finance infrastructure from the ground up
Why Join Us
  • Opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a nextโ€‘generation aviation company
  • Work at the intersection of aerospace innovation and advanced manufacturing
  • Partner directly with the founding team to scale the company globally
  • Competitive compensation including equity participation
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