Job Description

CornerStone Professional Placement is partnered with a best in class airline service provider to find a talented, below-the-wing oriented General Manager for their opening in Knoxville, TN. If you have a strong BTW background and aviation management experience, we encourage you to apply today!


Job Title: General Manager

Location: Knoxville, TN

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary:$75K

Industry: Commercial Aviation

Job Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily station operations including financial, customer service, and operational performance.
  • Manage and communicate the Safety Management System (SMS) and station safety plan.
  • Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and FAA/TSA regulations.
  • Provide Quality Assurance oversight for performance and safety, implementing corrective/preventative actions.
  • Train/retrain personnel on airline/airport procedures, safety, and company policies.
  • Serve as liaison between local airport/airline managers, FAA representatives, and the company.
  • Monitor employee performance, provide counseling, and handle employee relations.
  • Prepare and submit required FAA and company reports.
  • Conduct quality assurance service audits and analyze audit trends.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety requirements and provide necessary resources (PPE, safe equipment).
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of general management experience in aviation
  • Previous below the wing experience required (i.e. ramp, cargo/baggage, ground operations, etc.)
  • Reliable transportation to/from the airport
  • Excellent communication skills with internal and external partners and team members
  • Strong leadership abilities, training and coaching skills, and experience in managing a staff schedule

Does this sound like a great fit? Apply today and get your foot in the door with a top-rated airline service provider!

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