We’re partnered with a premier 141 flight school, seeking a dynamic and strategic Business Development &
Marketing Manager to help us grow our student base and secure long-term institutional partnerships. This is a
dual-focused role responsible for driving both B2B growth (50%) through strategic partnerships and contracts,
and B2C marketing (50%) aimed at attracting prospective student pilots. The ideal candidate has a background
in sales, marketing, and aviation, with the ability to oversee the full sales cycle—from lead generation to closing.

Business Development:

• Identify, pursue, and secure partnerships with airlines, community colleges, and aviation programs.
• Develop agreements and training contracts with educational institutions and commercial partners.
• Attend conferences, aviation expos, and networking events to generate leads and establish brand
  presence.
• Collaborate with leadership to build B2B pricing models and proposals.

Marketing & Student Recruitment:

• Design and execute multi-channel marketing strategies (digital, print, events) to increase prospective
  student inquiries.
• Represent the school at college fairs, aviation career expos, and campus events.
• Work alongside the enrollment coordinator to align outreach with onboarding processes.
• Manage and report on marketing campaign effectiveness, lead conversion, and funnel performance.
• Develop marketing collateral tailored to various demographics (domestic/international students, veterans,
  career changers, etc.)

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Aviation, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in business development, marketing, or sales—ideally in aviation, higher
  education, or technical training environments.
• Proven ability to close B2B contracts and manage client relationships.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel 25–40% for outreach and partner development.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the aviation industry or flight training environment.
• Familiarity with Part 141 regulations and flight school operations.
• Existing network within collegiate aviation or airline partnerships