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Aviation Manager for Atrium Health MedCenter and AirCare Charlotte. Full-time position, Monday through Friday schedule. Responsible for safety leadership, operational excellence, data-driven strategy, fleet coordination, growth planning, and vendor management in an air medical transport system.
Job Responsibility:
Champion best practices in aviation safety and mission readiness
Collaborate with safety officers, Mobile Medicine leaders, and vendors to implement AMRM/CRM protocols, lead event reviews, and promote a just culture
Build strong relationships with MedCenter Air, AirCare and all aviation personnel while prioritizing program-wide efficiency
Monitor maintenance and staffing schedules to optimize aircraft availability and reduce out-of-service time
Develop actionable plans for leadership to ensure consistent availability and reduce administrative burden
Analyze operational data to identify gaps and develop meaningful metrics that inform strategic decisions and future planning
Drive standardization of airframes across programs to enhance cross-functional compatibility
Coordinate with vendors to align maintenance schedules and minimize service disruptions
Support senior leadership in evaluating and acquiring aviation assets, equipment, and real estate to expand service capabilities
Assess new base opportunities and reevaluate current locations based on historical volume, population trends, and healthcare access in underserved areas
Collaborate with communications center leadership to refine aircraft utilization processes and coordination with customers and operational control centers
Maintain relationships with neighboring programs and facilities to improve helipad safety and enhance customer experience
Partner with business development to position the program as an industry leader
Advise and assist in the negotiation of aviation and maintenance agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational standards
Responsible for accountability standards for performance through metrics, ongoing relationships management with vendor executive leadership
Lead process improvement initiatives and quality assurance efforts to enhance safety, efficiency, and effectiveness
Responsible for ensuring industry best practices related to safety and operations by attending safety operations trainings and updates
and ensuring compliance
Participate in MedCenter Air Operator's Association and other relevant industry associations
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree required
Must have certification as FAA Pilot or Maintenance certification, CMTE, or MTSP-C
Previous work for an air medical Part 135 operator (rotor-wing or fixed-wing)
roles may include leadership, pilot, mechanic, or clinician
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in medical transportation system
2 years of management experience
Knowledge of rotor-wing and fixed-wing operations required
Ability to work across, and provide leadership to, disciplines involved in air medical transport, including clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments
Nice to have:
Master’s Degree preferred
Additional certifications in related field preferred
What we offer:
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs