Please Note:

This is a pipeline posting for a position opening in Winter 2026/2027. We are actively reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates now for a December or January start date. US Aviation Academy is looking for a Campus Operations Manager for our FAA Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) school located New Jersey. This is a start-up school, planning on classes to start in Spring 27 or so. Our program offers day and evening classes, is an accelerated 8-month course that takes students with no prior experience through all requirements to become certified aircraft mechanics. It is an exciting industry with huge potential to change students' lives. US Aviation Academy started in 2006 and has since become one of the largest aviation schools in the country, teaching both pilots and mechanics. The Operations Manager can expect a fast-paced environment with a quickly growing school.

Responsibilities:

Work tirelessly for student success and satisfaction by focusing in on student experience regarding recruitment, retention of our students, receipt of Airframe & Powerplant LIcense and job outcomes. Will be the main point of contact for Campus Operations Community engagement and industry partnerships Oversees the daily contact of students to ensure their needs are being met and issues are being addressed including but not limited to retention efforts, funding matters, career services and student services. Manage all facility needs at the campus. Will recruit and hire new employees as the campus grows. Preferred Skills/Experience Management / Director of a technical school or similar institution Aviation experience or a passion for aviation Start-up experience a plus Benefits Starting pay commensurate with experience Employer Paid Life Insurance Medical coverage - United Healthcare - PPO or HDHP w/ an HSA Dental & Vision United Healthcare PPO Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness and Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401 (k) 401 (k) Match up to 3% after full year of service (subject to vesting requirements)

Paid Leave Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What kind of experience do you have in Community Engagement/outreach? Have you worked with adult students in the past? If so, in what capacity?

Experience:

Operations/Enrollment:

5 years (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Ewing, NJ 08628: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person