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Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Leader / Project Manager

Hanson Professional Services Inc. • Orlando, FL • 1h ago

Orlando, FL

Raleigh, NC

Sarasota, FL

Full time

R2092

Hanson Values

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you're looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company's practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

We are seeking an accomplished visionary Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry Leader to drive the growth, strategy, and delivery of our national AAM practice. This role will lead business development, client engagement, industry teaming, and program execution focused on emerging aviation technologies, including eVTOL aircraft, vertiports, airport electrification, and next-generation air mobility systems.

The ideal candidate is a recognized aviation leader with a proven track record of growing client relationships, leading complex aviation programs, and advancing innovative transportation solutions within the consulting and infrastructure industry and knowledge of developers, OEMs and other stakeholders in the AAM field. The position will also overlap with other areas of the aviation market and provide opportunities to have an active role in existing projects and growth opportunities while the AAM market continues to mature.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the firm's Advanced Air Mobility market strategy and growth initiatives.

Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with airports, public agencies, private developers, technology providers, and industry stakeholders.

Serve as a subject matter expert in AAM, vertiport planning, airport integration, and emerging aviation technologies.

Identify, pursue, and capture major aviation and AAM opportunities nationwide.

Provide oversight for complex aviation and AAM programs, ensuring successful delivery, profitability, and client satisfaction.

Lead with multidisciplinary teams across aviation, transportation, planning, engineering, and environmental services.

Represent the firm through industry organizations, conferences, publications, and thought leadership activities.

Mentor and develop project managers, planners, and emerging leaders within the aviation practice.

Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and technology advancements to guide strategic decision-making.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Engineering, Planning, Transportation, or a related field.

15+ years of aviation industry experience, including airport planning, development, design, or consulting.

Demonstrated experience leading aviation or Advanced Air Mobility initiatives.

Proven success in business development, client management, and strategic growth.

Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, airport planning, funding programs, and emerging AAM guidance.

Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple high-profile initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE), AICP, AAE, PMP, or similar professional credential.

Advanced degree in Aviation, Engineering, Planning, Business, or related field.

Experience with vertiport planning, eVTOL integration, airport electrification, or advanced transportation systems.

Active participation in national aviation or AAM industry organizations.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of aviation by leading transformative projects, influencing industry direction, and building one of the nation's premier Advanced Air Mobility practices. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining how next-generation aviation systems are integrated into airports, communities, and transportation networks.

Salary range: $150,000 - $200,000

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page (http://www.hanson-inc.com/careers/employee-benefits/) for all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It's important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You'll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

Monthly educational webinars

Leadership training

Lunch & learn development sessions

24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses

Mentorship opportunities

Award-winning internship program

Employee recognition

And so much more!

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