Aviation Base Manager

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At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence. 

Location: Liberia, Costa Rica

Job Purpose:

This Costa Rica Aviation Base Manager role exists to oversee and direct Dynamic Aviation’s Costa Rica Sterile Insect Technique base, including personnel, flight operations and equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Interact with internal and external customers to provide exceptional customer experience
• Ensure compliance with all appropriate regulations, policies and procedures
• Manage Flight Operations administrative functions through process improvement and development. Also responsible for departmental travel
• Manage and improve Flight Operations documentation and record keeping
• Responsible for crewmember resource management functions
• Manage personnel and logistics as assigned
• Pilot the King Air 90 as a single pilot Captain in a safe and professional way
• Fly accurately in relation to dispersal criteria
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• FAA Commercial / Instrument / Multi-Engine license
• A minimum of 1200 hours total flight time (multi-engine turboprop preferred)
• Ability to qualify single pilot and work in a multi-crew environment
• Excellent organization and oral & written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster a team-based environment
• Experience in logistical deployments of personnel and equipment
• Experience managing operational environments
• Work smoothly within a multi-faceted team and with a diverse set of customers
• FAA A&P maintenance certificate (preferred)
• Possess at least a 2nd class medical
• Relocation to Liberia, Costa Rica
• Fluency in Spanish required

Job Experience:

Demonstrated performance in pilot/mechanic leadership and aircraft fleet management. Demonstrated experience managing budgets and properly reading and interpreting financial reports. Prior cross-cultural and foreign language experience preferred.

It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.