How much does a Aviation Operations Director make in Federal Way, WA? The average Aviation Operations Director salary in Federal Way, WA is $254,600 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $226,700 and $276,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Aviation Operations Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aviation Operations Director Salary $201,299 Federal Way,WA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Aviation Operations Director Salary $226,700 Federal Way,WA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Aviation Operations Director Salary $254,600 Federal Way,WA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Aviation Operations Director Salary $276,000 Federal Way,WA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Aviation Operations Director Salary $295,484 Federal Way,WA May 28, 2024
25% $226,700 10% $201,299 90% $295,484 75% $276,000 $254,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Aviation Operations Director develops plans and schedules for skill development and training for pilots, crews, and operators. Directs overall aviation operations focused on operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory and organizational operating policies, procedures, and standards. Being an Aviation Operations Director oversees flight scheduling, aircraft maintenance, and inspection operations. Ensures all operations follow and comply with current FAA regulations, airworthiness, and safety standards. In addition, Aviation Operations Director applies risk management best practices for safety to assess and manage operations. May require a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to senior management. The Aviation Operations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Working as an Aviation Operations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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About Federal Way, Washington    Federal Way is a city in King County, Washington, United States. It is a coastal city within the Seattle metropolitan area. The population was 95,171 ....More

Federal Way, Washington  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Federal Way, Washington

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