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General Manager - DSM

Des Moines, IA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-24 → 2026-09-26

Core

Ensure regulatory compliance and lead base management for Flight Ops, Inflight, and Maintenance to optimize On-Time Performance and station profitability.

Role type

Senior General Manager (Airline Station Operations)

Builds

Airport station operations, safety compliance, and cost-efficient service delivery for Allegiant Air

Domain

Aviation / Airline Operations

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Airline operations management, cross-functional team leadership, emergency response judgment, cost control, stakeholder relations (FAA/TSA/airport officials), contract management, performance analysis, succession planning

Preferred skills

Bachelor's degree, 2+ years managing cross-functional operations, GSC certification

Technologies

Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain safety compliance for aircraft, facilities, and employees; Lead the base management team to drive On-Time Performance and continuous improvement; Coordinate accommodations for Flight Ops, Inflight, and Maintenance personnel; Manage station expenses and pursue revenue opportunities; Liaise with airport officials, FAA, TSA, and community groups; Oversee local service provider contracts (fueling, catering, ground handling); Ensure compliance with company manuals and Federal directives; Develop succession plans and lead safety/security investigations.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management oversight

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