Steer
AVP/VP- Aviation Forecasting and Air Service Development
Steer, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
AVP/VP- Aviation Forecasting and Air Service Development
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AVP/VP- Aviation Forecasting and Air Service Development
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Base Pay Range $150,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr
At Steer North America
our vision is a world where the critical services and infrastructure that move our communities work better for all of us. Our mission is to be the leading consultancy shaping the future of how people live, work, and connect. We are driven by a passion for creating positive impact through our expertise in critical services and infrastructure. We strive to unlock the potential of our clients and their organizations to help people, places, and economies thrive. For a world in motion, complex challenges deserve powerful solutions, global intelligence and local partnership, technical expertise and independent advice.
Key Responsibilities
Work with senior leadership to scale up the Aviation Forecasting & Air Service Development practice, expanding market share and service capabilities
Lead business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and thought leadership initiatives
Build long-term relationships with airports, airlines, cargo carriers, and industry stakeholders
Direct the development and application of traffic forecasting models for passenger and cargo demand
Conduct detailed market assessments to support airport planning, capital investment strategies, and business decisions
Track and analyze airline and cargo industry trends to provide actionable recommendations to clients
Apply aviation data sources (OAG, Cirium, Diio, BTS, ICAO, IATA, etc.) to deliver robust, evidence-based analyses
Support airports in retaining, attracting, and expanding passenger and cargo air service
Build route business cases, combining traffic forecasts, competitive benchmarking, and revenue potential analysis
Advise airports on incentive programs, marketing strategies, and airline engagement
Help airports craft compelling value propositions to airlines and cargo operators
Serve as Project Manager or Technical Lead on forecasting and air service development assignments
Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
Mentor and develop junior staff, building technical expertise and consulting capabilities
Contribute to a collaborative and high-performance culture as the practice grows
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of experience in the aviation industry, with expertise in air service development, traffic forecasting (passenger and/or cargo), or airline/cargo industry analysis
Bachelor's degree in aviation, economics, statistics, business, or a related discipline
Demonstrated success in scaling or expanding a consulting service line, including business development and client growth
Strong analytical skills with experience in demand forecasting, market assessments, and route business case development
Established network of relationships with airports, airlines, and cargo operators in the U.S. and Canada
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in aviation management, economics, or related field
Experience with forecasting tools, econometric modeling, and aviation databases (OAG, Cirium, Diio, BTS, ICAO, IATA)
Experience working across both passenger and cargo markets
Active involvement in professional organizations such as ACI‑NA, AAAE, Routes, or cargo-focused associations
Benefits
For our US applicants, we offer a competitive package of benefits including private medical, dental, and vision insurance, commuter benefits, a group Share Incentive Plan, a 3% 401k contribution and a discretionary yearly bonus based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance).
Additionally, we offer up to 44 paid days off—20 vacation days, 9 public holidays, 3 floating days, 10 sick days, and 2 volunteering days—as well as a semi‑annual performance review process.
For our Canadian applicants, we offer a competitive package of benefits including private medical, dental, and vision insurance, a group Share Incentive Plan, a 3% RRSP contribution and a discretionary yearly bonus based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance).
Additionally, we offer up to 47 paid days off—22 vacation days, 13 public holidays, 2 volunteering days and 10 sick days—as well as a bi‑annual performance review process.
Steer is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all candidates with any legally protected status. Steer will provide accommodation, now or throughout your employment, if needed.
Our evaluation processes are designed around merit and capability. We don't select people on the prestige of their educational establishments or other background information. Our interviewers are trained on how to manage selection processes fairly and without bias, and to conduct processes which do not selectively appeal more to one or more demographic to the detriment of any others.
Part‑time and remote working applications will not be considered for this role.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Consulting
Industries Non‑profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education
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AVP/VP- Aviation Forecasting and Air Service Development
role at
Steer
Base Pay Range $150,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr
At Steer North America
our vision is a world where the critical services and infrastructure that move our communities work better for all of us. Our mission is to be the leading consultancy shaping the future of how people live, work, and connect. We are driven by a passion for creating positive impact through our expertise in critical services and infrastructure. We strive to unlock the potential of our clients and their organizations to help people, places, and economies thrive. For a world in motion, complex challenges deserve powerful solutions, global intelligence and local partnership, technical expertise and independent advice.
Key Responsibilities
Work with senior leadership to scale up the Aviation Forecasting & Air Service Development practice, expanding market share and service capabilities
Lead business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and thought leadership initiatives
Build long-term relationships with airports, airlines, cargo carriers, and industry stakeholders
Direct the development and application of traffic forecasting models for passenger and cargo demand
Conduct detailed market assessments to support airport planning, capital investment strategies, and business decisions
Track and analyze airline and cargo industry trends to provide actionable recommendations to clients
Apply aviation data sources (OAG, Cirium, Diio, BTS, ICAO, IATA, etc.) to deliver robust, evidence-based analyses
Support airports in retaining, attracting, and expanding passenger and cargo air service
Build route business cases, combining traffic forecasts, competitive benchmarking, and revenue potential analysis
Advise airports on incentive programs, marketing strategies, and airline engagement
Help airports craft compelling value propositions to airlines and cargo operators
Serve as Project Manager or Technical Lead on forecasting and air service development assignments
Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
Mentor and develop junior staff, building technical expertise and consulting capabilities
Contribute to a collaborative and high-performance culture as the practice grows
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 8 years of experience in the aviation industry, with expertise in air service development, traffic forecasting (passenger and/or cargo), or airline/cargo industry analysis
Bachelor's degree in aviation, economics, statistics, business, or a related discipline
Demonstrated success in scaling or expanding a consulting service line, including business development and client growth
Strong analytical skills with experience in demand forecasting, market assessments, and route business case development
Established network of relationships with airports, airlines, and cargo operators in the U.S. and Canada
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in aviation management, economics, or related field
Experience with forecasting tools, econometric modeling, and aviation databases (OAG, Cirium, Diio, BTS, ICAO, IATA)
Experience working across both passenger and cargo markets
Active involvement in professional organizations such as ACI‑NA, AAAE, Routes, or cargo-focused associations
Benefits
For our US applicants, we offer a competitive package of benefits including private medical, dental, and vision insurance, commuter benefits, a group Share Incentive Plan, a 3% 401k contribution and a discretionary yearly bonus based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance).
Additionally, we offer up to 44 paid days off—20 vacation days, 9 public holidays, 3 floating days, 10 sick days, and 2 volunteering days—as well as a semi‑annual performance review process.
For our Canadian applicants, we offer a competitive package of benefits including private medical, dental, and vision insurance, a group Share Incentive Plan, a 3% RRSP contribution and a discretionary yearly bonus based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance).
Additionally, we offer up to 47 paid days off—22 vacation days, 13 public holidays, 2 volunteering days and 10 sick days—as well as a bi‑annual performance review process.
Steer is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all candidates with any legally protected status. Steer will provide accommodation, now or throughout your employment, if needed.
Our evaluation processes are designed around merit and capability. We don't select people on the prestige of their educational establishments or other background information. Our interviewers are trained on how to manage selection processes fairly and without bias, and to conduct processes which do not selectively appeal more to one or more demographic to the detriment of any others.
Part‑time and remote working applications will not be considered for this role.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Consulting
Industries Non‑profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education
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