Director of Strategic Growth

Ascent Aviation Services

Director of Strategic Growth responsible for driving revenue and expanding market share at Ascent Aviation Services. Leading strategic accounts in aviation maintenance and asset management.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeMarana • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as executive sponsor for designated strategic airline, cargo, leasing, and aviation accounts.
Develop and execute annual and multi-year account growth plans.
Build executive-level relationships with customer decision-makers.
Lead quarterly business reviews and strategic planning meetings.
Identify opportunities to expand services and contract scope.
Increase customer share-of-wallet through strategic account planning.
Lead commercial negotiations, contract renewals, and long-term maintenance agreements.
Maintain customer satisfaction and retention.
Partner with Operations, Planning, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.
Support executive leadership during customer visits and industry conferences.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Aviation Management, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
Eight (8) or more years of experience in aviation MRO, aerospace, airline operations, or aviation services.
Demonstrated success managing strategic customer relationships and driving revenue growth.
Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance programs and commercial aviation operations.
Experience negotiating commercial contracts and long-term service agreements.
Experience working with global airlines, cargo operators, aircraft lessors, or aviation asset owners.
Proven ability to develop strategic account growth plans and expand customer service portfolios.
Experience working in a cross-functional, customer-focused aviation environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K with Company Match
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
PTO - Eligible for 3 Weeks in your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Development and Career Growth Opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

account growth planscommercial negotiationscontract renewalsmaintenance agreementsaircraft maintenance programsaviation operationsstrategic account planningrevenue growthcustomer service portfoliosaviation services

Soft Skills

executive-level relationshipscustomer satisfactioncustomer retentionstrategic planningcross-functional collaborationleadershipcommunicationnegotiationrelationship managementcustomer-focused

Certifications

Bachelor's degree