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Our client is a well-capitalized company in a regulated industry, currently in the early stages of building a new commercial aviation operating venture. The role provides an opportunity to contribute to the foundational development of the business. This role requires a rare combination of deep aviation regulatory expertise, operational leadership, and the entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in a fast-moving, high-stakes startup environment. Regulatory & Certification Leadership Lead FAA certification and regulatory approval processes, ensuring full compliance with federal aviation standards. Serve as the primary executive liaison with FAA regulators and other government agencies, ensuring alignment and responsiveness throughout all regulatory milestones Establish and maintain robust safety, compliance, and operational frameworks that meet or exceed regulatory requirements Build relationships with key regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders to support operational readiness Organizational Build & Team Leadership Recruit, hire, and lead the foundational executive team across operations, safety, compliance, maintenance, and finance functions Define organizational structure, roles, accountabilities, and reporting relationships to support regulatory approval and operational scale Set performance culture, decision-making cadence, and accountability standards from day one Foster a high-trust, high-performance culture aligned with both safety excellence and brand aspirations Operational Strategy & Execution Define and execute the operational roadmap from planning through launch and early-stage growth Develop scalable standard operating procedures (SOPs), governance structures, and systems to support future expansion Balance service delivery with disciplined cost management and uncompromising safety standards Oversee strategy, operational partnerships, vendor relationships, and readiness milestones Brand, Customer Experience & Market Positioning Partner with key stakeholders to shape service standards, service philosophy, and customer experience standards Ensure operational delivery consistently reflects the positioning and brand promise Integrate service excellence into operational processes, training programs, and frontline accountability Position the business competitively within the travel market Board & Investor Relations Serve as the senior executive interface with the Board of Directors, providing strategic updates and seeking guidance on key decisions Present operational progress, regulatory milestones, and financial performance to investors and stakeholders Participate in fundraising efforts and represent the company's vision and capability to current and prospective investors Maintain transparency and accountability in all board and investor communications Requirements Deep commercial aviation regulatory experience, including significant involvement in FAA certification processes. Proven executive leadership as CEO, President, COO, VP Operations, or General Manager in aviation or similarly regulated, safety-critical industries Proven experience overseeing organizational development and launch activities, including team formation, systems development, and regulatory processes Strong command of FAA regulations, safety management systems (SMS), and compliance frameworks applicable to commercial aviation operations Exceptional judgment and credibility in navigating complex regulatory environments and building trust with government agencies Ability to operate effectively in complex, high-ambiguity settings with changing priorities High credibility across diverse stakeholder groups, including technical teams, operational staff, board members, and investors Strategic and operational versatility: able to think big-picture while driving detailed execution Willingness to travel extensively and relocate as operational needs require Prefer