Wells Fargo

Corporate Aviation Lead

Wells Fargo • $125K — $150K *
Charlotte, NC 28269In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning.
  • Experience with corporate aircraft fleet management and operational performance.
  • Proficiency in managing fractional aviation hours and cost optimization.
  • Background in complex flight scheduling and executive travel coordination.
  • Knowledge of aircraft maintenance planning and operational compliance.
  • Ability to effectively manage relationships with aviation vendors and operators.
  • Experience overseeing aviation budgets and financial management.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee aircraft fleet management, ensuring operational performance and readiness.
  • Manage and track fractional aviation hours, including forecasting and scheduling.
  • Lead demand planning for efficient executive travel scheduling.
  • Maintain robust vendor relationships and ensure service level accountability.
  • Plan aircraft maintenance to guarantee compliance and operational readiness.
  • Establish and report on performance metrics for safety and service quality.
  • Prepare operational performance summaries and risk assessments for executives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
  • Employee development and training opportunities.
  • Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
Full Job Description
About this role:

The Corporate Aviation Director is responsible for leading the company's aviation program, including aircraft fleet management, fractional aviation usage, flight scheduling, maintenance planning, vendor oversight, performance reporting, and financial management. This role ensures aviation operations are safe, reliable, cost-effective, and aligned with executive travel needs and business priorities.

In this role, you will:
  • Oversee the company's aircraft fleet, including utilization, readiness, lifecycle planning, and ongoing operational performance.
  • Manage fractional aviation hours, including forecasting, usage tracking, scheduling coordination, and cost oversight.
  • Lead aviation scheduling and demand planning to support safe, efficient, and responsive executive travel.
  • Develop and maintain strong vendor routines, including service reviews, performance discussions, issue resolution, and accountability for agreed service levels.
  • Oversee aircraft maintenance planning to ensure operational readiness, safety, compliance, and minimal disruption to business travel needs.
  • Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators related to safety, reliability, utilization, cost, service quality, and vendor performance.
  • Prepare aviation reporting and executive updates that summarize operational performance, trends, risks, and recommended actions.
  • Conduct fleet assessments to evaluate aircraft needs, utilization, replacement planning, and opportunities to improve efficiency or cost effectiveness.
  • Understand and manage aviation-related financials, including budgets, forecasts, invoices, operating costs, and vendor spend.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior leaders, internal partners, vendors, aircraft operators, and industry peers.


Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of Business Execution, Implementation, or Strategic Planning experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education


Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience overseeing corporate aircraft fleets, including utilization, readiness, lifecycle planning, replacement strategies, and operational performance
  • Direct experience managing fractional aviation hours, including forecasting, usage tracking, scheduling, and cost optimization
  • Experience supporting senior executives through complex flight scheduling, demand planning, and high-touch travel coordination
  • Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance planning, aircraft readiness, safety standards, and operational compliance
  • Proven ability to manage relationships with aircraft operators, maintenance providers, fractional providers, and other aviation vendors
  • Experience managing aviation budgets, forecasts, operating expenses, vendor spend, invoices, and cost-reduction opportunities
  • Strong track record building trusted relationships with senior leaders, executive assistants, internal partners, and external industry contacts


Job Expectations:
  • Travel as needed


Posting End Date:

30 Sep 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

Joining Wells Fargo means becoming part of a distinguished financial institution that has been a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the banking industry. At Wells Fargo, we offer a plethora of job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

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At Wells Fargo, you will be part of a team that values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive innovation and lead with integrity. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their professional growth through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are recognized industry-wide.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees. Wells Fargo offers robust training programs and resources to help every team member excel in their current roles and prepare for future challenges. Growth at Wells Fargo is not just about climbing the career ladder but expanding your skills and expertise to add value to our team and customers.

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Wells Fargo is committed to the well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide unique perks like employee discounts, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

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Learn more about Wells Fargo
Size
246,577 employees
Market Cap
$155.2 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$3.3 billion
Founded
1852
5 Year Trend
-5.9%
NASDAQ
WFC
* Ladders Estimates

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