Director Airline Adviser – Flight Management Systems

Job Title: Director – Flight Management Systems

We are seeking aSenior Commercial Aviation Software Leaderwith deep expertise inairline 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 oftechnical 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 ofcommercial 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 onflight planning, dispatch, crew operations, safety, and regulatory compliance Ensure systems align withFAA / global aviation standards Translate airline operational requirements into scalable software solutions Team & Stakeholder Management Manage and mentorengineering, product, and technical teams Work with business leaders, customers, and vendors to define roadmap and priorities Act as a bridge betweentechnical 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 Qualifications10–15+ years experience incommercial aviation software / airline systems Strong background inFlight Management Systems, airline operations, dispatch, or commercial platforms Proven experience leadingengineering or product teams Ability to gather complex operational requirements and convert them into technical solutions Experience working directly withairlines, aviation operations teams, or aviation software vendors Seniority LevelMid‑Senior level Employment Type ContractJob Function ConsultingIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting Get notified about new Airline Employee jobs inDallas, TX .