VP of HR

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Who we are:

AerSale® is a global leader and market innovator specializing in aviation products and services to meet the growing demand for aftermarket support in global passenger, cargo, and government segments. Featuring complete aircraft nose-to-tail, value-added offerings, including Aircraft & Component Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services (MRO), Aircraft & Engine Sales and Leasing, Used Serviceable Material (USM) Sales and Parts Exchange, Flight Equipment Asset Management Services, Internally developed aircraft and component modifications (engineered solutions) designed to enhance aircraft performance and operating economics (e.g. AerSale®, AerTrak® and AerAware). For more information, visit us at www.aersale.com. What we

Offer:

• Medical Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education Reimbursement (related field)
• Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time-Off Days annually

Job Profile Summary:

The Vice President of Human Resources (VP of HR) is responsible for developing and executing AerSale's human capital strategy in alignment with overall business objectives. This executive leadership role oversees all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, organizational development, compliance, training and development, workforce planning, and HR operations. The VP of HR serves as a strategic partner to executive leadership and plays a critical role in fostering a high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, employee engagement, diversity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The VP of HR also serves as primary HR liaison to the Compensation Committee of the Board, supporting executive compensation, equity plan administration, and SEC disclosure requirements consistent with AerSale's obligations as a NASDAQ-listed company, and leads people strategy across a geographically distributed workforce operating in a highly regulated, FAA-governed aviation environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies, initiatives, and programs aligned with the company's mission, vision, values, and business goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership regarding organizational structure, workforce planning, talent management, employee development, and succession planning.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, and employee engagement initiatives to attract and retain top talent.
• Direct compensation, benefits, and rewards programs to ensure market competitiveness, internal equity, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the primary HR liaison to the Compensation Committee of the Board; prepare materials for committee meetings, support proxy disclosure (CD&A, Say-on-Pay, pay-versus-performance), and administer the equity plan (RSUs, PSUs, options) in coordination with Legal and Finance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook guidelines.
• Lead employee relations activities, including conflict resolution, investigations, corrective actions, performance management, and policy interpretation.
• Design and oversee training and development programs that support employee growth, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.
• Analyze HR metrics, workforce data, and trends to support strategic business decisions and improve operational performance.
• Oversee payroll coordination, HRIS administration, personnel records management, and HR reporting functions.
• Partner with legal counsel on employment-related matters, compliance initiatives, investigations, and risk management strategies.
• Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and workplace culture initiatives that promote a positive employee experience.
• Partner with EHS leadership to reinforce a strong safety culture across hangar, MRO, disassembly, and warehouse environments, and ensure HR processes align with FAA Part 145 Repair Station personnel requirements and 14 CFR Part 120 drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Build talent pipelines for critical aviation roles — including A&P mechanics, avionics technicians, sheet metal mechanics, inspectors, DER/ODA engineers, and asset trading professionals — in partnership with aviation maintenance technical schools, veterans transition programs, and industry associations.
• Lead HR due diligence and post-close integration for acquisitions, including organizational design, harmonization of compensation and benefits, retention planning, and cultural integration.
• Advise executive leadership on organizational changes, talent strategies, change management, and business transformation efforts.
• Represent the organization in employment-related matters involving government agencies, auditors, and external partners as needed.
• Lead, mentor, and develop HR team members to ensure operational excellence, accountability, and professional growth.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position provides leadership and oversight to Human Resources staff and may supervise HR managers, recruiters, coordinators, generalists, and administrative personnel.

Responsibilities include hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and employee development.