K&K Global Talent Solutions INC. is hiring: Director Airline Adviser – Flight Ma

Job Title: Director – Flight Management Systems

Location: USA/Canada

Experience Level: Senior Leadership (12–18+ years)

We are seeking a Senior Commercial Aviation Software Leader with deep expertise in airline operations, flight management systems, and commercial aviation software platforms. This role will lead cross‑functional engineering and product teams responsible for designing, delivering, and optimizing mission‑critical airline software solutions.

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of technical leadership, aviation domain knowledge, and stakeholder management, with experience working closely with airlines, operations teams, and product organizations.

Technical & Product Leadership

• Lead development and delivery of commercial aviation and flight management software platforms
• Drive system architecture, scalability, performance, and reliability
• Guide engineering teams across full SDLC (design, development, testing, deployment)

Aviation Operations Expertise

• Collaborate with airline stakeholders on flight planning, dispatch, crew operations, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure systems align with FAA / global aviation standards
• Translate airline operational requirements into scalable software solutions

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Manage and mentor engineering, product, and technical teams
• Work with business leaders, customers, and vendors to define roadmap and priorities
• Act as a bridge between technical teams and airline business users

Process Optimization

• Improve operational efficiency through system enhancements and automation
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across commercial airline platforms
• Oversee documentation, support models, and production stability

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years experience in commercial aviation software / airline systems
• Strong background in Flight Management Systems, airline operations, dispatch, or commercial platforms
• Proven experience leading engineering or product teams
• Ability to gather complex operational requirements and convert them into technical solutions
• Experience working directly with airlines, aviation operations teams, or aviation software vendors

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Consulting

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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