# Vice President, Aviation Growth
**Company:** [Metropolis](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/metropolis)
**Location:** Chicago, IL
**Salary:** $280K-$310K
**Experience:** 15+ years
**Skills:** Financial Modeling, Data Analysis, AI Tools, Strategic Planning, Business Development, P&L Management, Dashboards, Market Analysis, Partnerships, M&A Strategy
**Posted:** 2026-05-13
> Leads strategy, execution, and growth for aviation services including SaaS, B2C/B2B relaunch, partnerships, product roadmap, financial planning, reporting, M&A, and thought leadership. Requires 15+ years in aviation/mobility/tech with P&L experience, financial modeling, AI tools, and cross-functional leadership.
## Job Description
## What you'll do

- Scale the “Value Add Services” offering by leading strategy and execution to grow airport revenue services and SaaS income, integrating pricing, reservations, and marketing capabilities
- Scale the Aviation B2C business by relaunching the Aviation B2B Segment product with strong marketing and channel strategies
- Build strategic partnerships by developing collaborations with airlines, airport tech providers, and service partners to expand distribution and capabilities
- Define aviation vision by co-leading the unified product and service roadmap for aviation offerings, including parking and value-added services
- Own the aviation business plan by creating and maintaining a 5-year financial and strategic plan in partnership with Sales and Finance
- Establish growth reporting by developing dashboards and reporting frameworks to track aviation performance and KPIs
- Lead the M&A strategy by identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities that strengthen the aviation portfolio
- Own and drive thought leadership by representing Metropolis in industry forums and publishing insights on aviation innovation and AI-driven growth

## What we're looking for

- 15+ years in aviation, mobility, transportation, travel, or technology sectors with proven commercial growth leadership
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Strong background in strategy, business development, partnerships, and P&L management
- Skilled in financial modeling, data-driven decision-making, and market analysis
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive organizational alignment
- Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills
- Experience leveraging **AI tools** to transform static workflows into responsive, high-output processes

**While not required, these are a plus:**
- MBA or equivalent preferred

## Compensation

- Anticipated base salary: **$280,000 - $310,000 USD** annually
- Total compensation may include healthcare benefits, 401(k), stock options, bonus plans, and more
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