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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract vice president aerospace in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Vice President Aerospace vs Contract Program Manager Aerospace?

AspectContract Vice President AerospaceContract Program Manager Aerospace
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, engineering), extensive industry experience, and leadership certificationsRequires engineering or technical degrees, project management certifications (PMP), and relevant aerospace experience
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level setting, strategic planning, high-level client negotiationsProject-focused environment, overseeing specific aerospace projects and teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in aerospace corporations, defense contractors, and government agencies for senior leadership rolesCommon in aerospace firms, subcontractors, and project-based organizations for managing programs

The Contract Vice President Aerospace holds a senior leadership role focused on strategic and executive responsibilities, while the Contract Program Manager Aerospace manages specific projects and teams. The VP role involves broader oversight and decision-making, whereas the Program Manager concentrates on project execution and delivery.

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Infographic showing various Contract Vice President Aerospace job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

Global Sales Vice President - Aerospace

Forward Air

Seattle, WA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

The Global Sales Vice President - Aerospace is responsible for defining and executing the organization's global Aerospace strategy while driving profitable growth across commercial aviation, defense and government, space and satellite, OEMs, Tier suppliers, MRO providers, and the aerospace aftermarket. This executive leader serves as the Aerospace subject matter expert and owns the commercial strategy, market positioning, customer growth, and solution development efforts for the vertical. Partnering closely with Commercial, Product, Operations, and executive leadership, the Vice President will identify growth opportunities, build strategic customer relationships, and drive differentiated Aerospace solutions across global markets. The role is accountable for revenue growth, strategic account development, industry thought leadership, and cross-functional alignment. The successful candidate will bring deep Aerospace expertise, strong executive presence, and a proven track record of driving growth within complex global organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the organization's global Aerospace strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and growth priorities.
  • Drive revenue growth, profitability, and market share expansion across Aerospace markets worldwide.
  • Develop targeted growth strategies across key Aerospace sectors, including Commercial Aviation, Defense and Government, Space and Satellite, OEMs, Tier Suppliers, MRO, and Aerospace Aftermarket.
  • Build and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities while leading strategic customer acquisition and expansion efforts.
  • Own and strengthen relationships with key Aerospace customers, strategic accounts, and industry partners to increase retention, share of wallet, and long-term value.
  • Serve as the Aerospace subject matter expert, supporting commercial teams on strategic pursuits, executive engagements, solution development, and complex sales opportunities.
  • Partner with Product leadership to develop and commercialize industry-specific solutions across Air, Ocean, Ground Transportation, Customs Brokerage, and Contract Logistics services.
  • Build executive relationships across customer organizations, including Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Program Management stakeholders.
  • Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, competitive activity, and emerging market opportunities to inform strategy and investment decisions.
  • Collaborate with Commercial, Operations, Finance, Product, Engineering, Marketing, and regional leadership teams to drive global execution and commercial excellence.
  • Represent the organization at industry events, customer forums, and trade associations while serving as a visible advocate for the Aerospace vertical.
  • Identify capability gaps and recommend investments that strengthen competitive positioning and support long-term growth.
  • All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Aviation Management, Economics, or a related field from an accredited college or university required; advanced degree preferred.
  • Certification/Licensure: Relevant Aerospace, logistics, supply chain, or business certifications preferred.
  • Experience: 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within Aerospace, Aviation, Defense, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, or related industries.
  • Demonstrated success driving revenue growth, strategic account development, customer acquisition, and market expansion within Aerospace-related sectors.
  • Deep knowledge of Aerospace supply chains, including OEM and Tier supplier ecosystems, MRO operations, aerospace aftermarket support, and high-value transportation solutions.
  • Strong understanding of freight forwarding, air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, transportation management, and contract logistics solutions.
  • Experience working within Aerospace regulatory and compliance environments, including ITAR, EAR, trade compliance, dangerous goods handling, and quality management standards preferred.
  • Proven ability to develop global growth strategies, influence executive stakeholders, and lead complex commercial initiatives across multiple regions.
  • International business experience and demonstrated success working within matrixed global organizations.
  • Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.
  • Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), CRMs (Salesforce), and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
  • Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with significant travel for related meetings/events.

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