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TransMedics

Phenom 300 Captain

Andover, MA · On-site

$793.27/day

Exercises operational control on behalf of the Director of Operations. Ensure that no person other than a flight crew-member is allowed to manipulate aircraft controls. * Identifies, anticipates, and ...

TransMedics

Phenom 300 Captain

Andover, MA · On-site

$793.27/day

Exercises operational control on behalf of the Director of Operations. Ensure that no person other than a flight crew-member is allowed to manipulate aircraft controls. * Identifies, anticipates, and ...

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How much do director flight operations jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for director flight operations in Massachusetts is $117,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $148,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director flight operations?

A Director of Flight Operations is responsible for overseeing an airline or aviation company's flight operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, operational efficiency, and company policies. They manage pilot scheduling, flight planning, and coordination with regulatory authorities like the FAA or EASA. Additionally, they work closely with maintenance, safety, and dispatch teams to ensure smooth flight operations. Their role is critical in maintaining high safety standards, optimizing costs, and ensuring on-time performance.

What are some typical challenges a director flight operations faces in their day-to-day work?

Directors of Flight Operations often navigate complex logistical challenges, such as adapting flight schedules due to weather disruptions, maintenance issues, or crew availability. They must also ensure ongoing compliance with evolving aviation regulations while maintaining optimal safety and efficiency standards. Successfully leading a diverse team of pilots, dispatchers, and ground support staff requires balancing operational demands with strategic planning. Overcoming these challenges involves strong decision-making skills, effective communication, and the ability to respond quickly under pressure, making the role both dynamic and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the director flight operations position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Flight Operations, you need deep knowledge of aviation regulations, flight planning, safety management systems, and significant leadership experience, often supported by a commercial pilot's license or equivalent operational background. Familiarity with airline management software, flight scheduling tools, and compliance documentation systems is essential. Outstanding organizational, communication, and crisis management skills are crucial for coordinating teams and maintaining operational efficiency. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of flight activities in a highly regulated environment.

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Infographic showing various Director Flight Operations job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,600 per year, or $56.5 per hour.

Jet Aviation Staffing-Flight Operations Assistant-(KBED)

New Bedford, MA • On-site

Jet Aviation
5 - 10K employees

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$60K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Behind every seamless journey, is the perfect team. Since 1983, Jet Aviation Staffing has been supporting the industry's most prominent aviation companies by attracting and placing top talent. With thousands of direct hire placements of crew members, maintenance professionals, support staff, management and executive positions, and many more disciplines, we continue to perfect the art of staffing. When you want to find the very best career opportunity, you can rely on a team of dedicated professionals. On behalf of our external customers, Jet Aviation Staffing upholds in-depth and extensive standards to ensure we are recommending the best talent. Dedicated to the details, our expertise ensures a perfect career opportunity match for each of our candidates and a seamless experience for our customer.
Flight Operations Assistant
Bedford, MA
On behalf of our external client, we are seeking a Flight Operations Assistant to join their busy Part 91 flight department based in Bedford, MA. Reporting directly to the Manager of Flight Operations, the Flight Operations Assistant will work closely with the Flight Operations Coordinator and Company executives to support the department's day-to-day operations.
The position requires excellent organization, attention to detail, discretion, communications skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment where schedules can change with little notice.
Duties
  • Schedule Company aircraft to support travel for executives
  • Coordinate changes in the itinerary or passenger manifest
  • Confirm ground transportation for each flight
  • Ensure that passengers have current passports and visas required for international travel
  • Confirm crew availability
  • Provide ongoing liaison with executive assistants regarding jet availability and flight activity
  • Flight-follow aircraft during normal business hours
  • Formulate contingency plans for mechanical and weather delays
  • Participate in all flight scheduling meetings
  • Report on potential scheduling conflicts to the Manager of Flight Operations
  • Provide on-call (remote) scheduling support when assigned during non-business hours, weekends, and holidays
  • Request quotes for charter aircraft if Company aircraft are all in use
  • Manage charter trips once booked
  • Generate flight reports
  • Assist in reviewing monthly billing for trip and aircraft expenses
  • Assist in coding each flight to the correct billing entity
  • Maintain and update the Aircraft Emergency Response Plan
  • Perform administrative duties for other departments if needed

Qualifications/Requirements
  • Detail-oriented, with the ability to function well under pressure
  • Fast response times to last-minute jet requests and trip changes are required
  • Strong ability to multitask
  • Capacity to adapt to a challenging, fast-moving environment with changing priorities
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Experience with aircraft scheduling/dispatch/charter operations preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required

Benefits
The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and additional employee benefits
Compensation Data
The likely salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly other requirements.
Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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