Aviation Finance Manager - Remote

ICF seeks an experienced professional to serve as an Aviation Finance Manager.  This position is 100% Remote in the United States, with preference given to Northern VA/Washington D.C. area candidates.

Aviation is a vibrant, dynamic industry that generates economic growth, supports employment, facilitates international trade and tourism and brings people together. But aviation is also facing numerous, complex issues. In our current macroeconomic climate of increasing fuel costs, high interest rates, inflationary pressures and supply chain shortages, airlines and aircraft owners are facing significant challenges. As a member of ICF’s Aviation Finance team you will have the opportunity to work alongside our ISTAT certified appraisers and experts as we help our clients navigate industry uncertainty. 

The Role:
We are growing our Aviation Finance group and are looking to add a US-based Manager to our diverse team of consultants.  In this role you’ll have responsibility for day-to-day management of small and mid-level projects including guiding junior staff and managing team workloads while supporting senior staff with, and contributing to, larger consultancy projects.

The ideal candidate for this particular role is an individual with 5+ years’ experience in an aircraft finance related role at a financial institution, aircraft lessor, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)/Supplier, or at other industry related consultancies. Key projects led by managers at this level include cashflow forecasts that underpin asset-backed securitisations, supporting tangible and intangible aviation asset valuations, and conducting on-site audits. You will also have the opportunity to work on airline restructurings and other due diligence related projects, and asset management projects such as lease restructuring and renegotiations and advise on emerging themes such as sustainable finance and new aircraft technologies.

You will also be expected to contribute to business development efforts. While not the primary focus of your role, you will be building a network of client relationships, working on proposals, attending conferences, and contributing to ICF’s thought leadership.

Your Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead client projects by developing work scope and approach, managing analysts and associates, and ensuring timely delivery of solutions.
•    Act as the day-to-day point of contact with Clients, and build long-term trusted relationships.
•    Develop and enrich your own skills by working across several aircraft finance related disciplines, such as valuations modeling, and lease cash flow forecasting, and acquiring greater understanding of growing areas of industry interest such as sustainable finance.
•    Cultivate a high performing and inclusive team, mentoring and training junior staff.
•    Build and maintain a culture of collaboration, both within Aviation and across ICF.
•    Develop project budgets and manage risk throughout the project lifecycle.

Please provide an updated resume aligned to the qualifications, skills and experience required.

MUST HAVE Qualifications:
•    Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, finance, economics, or other related fields 
•    5+ years of work experience in an aircraft finance related role at a financial institution, aircraft lessor, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)/Supplier, or at other industry related consultancies.
•    1+ years of work experience managing projects or initiatives.
•    Ability and willingness to travel for work as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:
•    7+ years of professional experience.
•    ISTAT Appraiser or Candidate.
•    Holistic knowledge of the wider aviation industry, including sustainability, is a plus.
•    Knowledge of other analytical and data visualization tools a plus (PowerBI, Python, SQL).

Professional Skills/Experience:
•    Strong analytical aptitude with advanced Excel skills.
•    Comfort operating within a flat organizational structure and agile working environment. 
•    Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written English communication skills.
•    Organizes written work in a manner that is clear, easy to follow, and tailored for the intended audience.
•    Takes direction from senior leadership and then implements independently.
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Access, Word & Excel).

About ICF Aviation:
ICFs aviation practice is one of the world's largest specialist aviation consulting teams. Aviation is, by its nature, a global industry, and from our offices in the US, UK, India and Spain, we work together as a single global team to offer a truly global solution to our clients. A more complete description of