General Manager, Charter & Management Operations

flyADVANCED Jet is seeking an experienced aviation leader to oversee charter operations, client development, and aircraft management operations across our growing Part 135 division.

Location:

New Castle, DE (Full-Time, On-Site)
ABOUT FLYADVANCED JETAero Ways, Inc., operating as flyADVANCED Jet, is a FAA-certificated Part 135 on-demand air carrier providing private jet charter, aircraft management, and aviation services across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. With a growing fleet, a seasoned flight operations team, and a commitment to white-glove client service, flyADVANCED Jet is expanding its charter division and seeking an experienced, hands-on leader to drive that growth.

THE OPPORTUNITY This leadership role is designed to consolidate charter operations, client development, and day-to-day management of the flight division under one accountable executive. The GM will be the operational and commercial face of the charter business, present with clients, present with crew, and responsible for driving charter revenue growth and operational performance.

The right candidate brings deep Part 135 operational knowledge, a track record in charter sales or aircraft management, and the personality to build lasting relationships with high-net-worth clients, brokers, and aviation partners.

This is a full-time, on-site leadership role requiring regular in-person engagement with clients and operations teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Charter Revenue & Business Development Own and drive charter revenue targets for the division, including inbound, outbound, and broker relationships

Develop and manage a pipeline of charter clients, aircraft management prospects, and repeat fliers

Serve as primary point of contact for high-value clients, providing a premium, relationship-driven experience

Partner with Account Manager and Charter Sales to build structured outreach and follow-up processes

Represent flyADVANCED Jet at industry events, FBO partner meetings, and client engagements

Flight Operations Oversight Oversee day-to-day charter flight operations in coordination with the Asst. DO / Chief Pilot Ensure scheduling, dispatch, and crew coordination run efficiently and in regulatory compliance

Serve as the management-side bridge between pilots, FAA compliance, and client-facing staff

Work closely with the Compliance & FAA Liaison to maintain Part 135 certificate integrity

Coordinate with Flight Ops Coordinator and Flight Attendant on trip logistics and service standards

Maintain strong operational awareness and responsiveness during active flight operations and client events

Team Leadership Directly lead a team of six:
Chief Pilot / Asst DO, Compliance & FAA Liaison, Charter Sales Associate, Flight Ops Coordinator, Account Manager, and Flight Attendant Clarify roles, set clear performance expectations, and hold team members accountable to outcomes

Improve cross-functional alignment between charter sales and flight operations

Build a high-performance culture centered on client service, safety, and operational excellence

Strategic & Executive Alignment Report directly to the VP of Business Operations with regular updates on revenue, operations, and team performance

Contribute to fleet expansion planning, identifying aircraft opportunities that fit client demand

Collaborate with Finance on charter pricing, trip profitability, and budget adherence

Develop metrics and reporting cadence that gives leadership clear visibility into division performance

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, leadership background, and existing industry relationships

Target base salary range: $115,000 – $140,000

Performance-based bonus opportunity tied to charter revenue growth, client acquisition, and operational performance

Long-term growth opportunity within a rapidly expanding Part 135 charter and aircraft management division

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and paid time offWHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE — FIRST 12 MONTHS Charter revenue is measurably growing with a documented pipeline and conversion tracking in place

The team has clear roles, expectations, and is operating as a cohesive unit under…