Hillsboro, USA – Hillsboro Aero Academy, one of the largest flight training organisations in the United States, is currently hiring for the position of Ascend Program Manager. This key role will involve managing and overseeing all aspects of the Ascend Pilot Academy, a program designed to train the next generation of pilots for Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. Please see an extract of the job post below.

“Job Description:

As the Program Manager for an airline program at the flight school, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing all aspects of the program. Your primary responsibilities will include acting as the liaison between HAA management and airline management, providing leadership and guidance to students, and working closely with flight operations staff to track student progress. In this role, your primary focus will be on continuous improvement to maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance while meeting the evolving needs of the students and the aviation industry.

Job Duties:

• Provide guidance and support to students throughout their training journey, addressing concerns, providing resources, and facilitating academic, financial aid and career counseling
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, diversity and professionalism to promote student success and satisfaction
• Implement student feedback mechanisms to continuously improve the quality of instruction and overall student experience
• Monitor student progress to ensure they are meeting program timeline goals
• Proactively identify students who are not making satisfactory progress or who require additional training, and implement solutions to get students back on track,
• Lead meetings with Airline management presenting on student progress and program metrics
• Conduct monthly new student orientation sessions with program students

Required Skills/Experience:

• Proven track record as a successful program manager, or project manager
• Excellent data analysis and reporting skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups of 30-40 people
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment

 Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Education, or related field
• Previous experience in program management at a flight school
  

Additional Info:

• Full-time position
• Monday – Friday schedule: 40 hours/week
• 80% onsite position

Benefits Offered:

• • • Affordable health care benefits
    • Company 401(k) with match
    • PTO (20 days in first 2 years, 25 days after 2 years, 30 days after 5 years)
    • 2-week Sabbatical after 5 years
    • Discounted flight training
    • Employee recognition program”

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Source: Hillsboro Aero Academy
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