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Company: AMD
Location: Austin, TX
Career Level: Mid-Senior Level
Industries: Technology, Software, IT, Electronics

Description



WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING

We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences – the building blocks for the data center, artificial intelligence, PCs, gaming and embedded. Underpinning our mission is the AMD culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world's most important challenges. We strive for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. 

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THE ROLE: 

AMD is seeking a Head of Aviation Operations to manage all facets of the company's private jet program. This role covers day-to-day aviation operational management, strategic planning for a potential future private jet acquisition, and detailed travel itinerary coordination. The incumbent ensures premium service delivery and strict compliance with safety, regulatory, and documentation requirements while serving as the primary executive contact for urgent requests.

 

THE PERSON: 

The ideal candidate is someone with exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. They should have the ability to manage high-stakes, confidential operations with meticulous attention to detail. The person should be able to operate effectively in high-pressure, confidential environments and be available for irregular hours and on-call responsibilities.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee flight scheduling, logistics, and support services provided by external vendors.
  • Develop strategies for potential private jet acquisition, including feasibility studies, cost–benefit analyses, and risk assessments.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to design detailed travel itineraries and coordinate accommodation arrangements.
  • Ensure compliance with international travel regulations and verify necessary travel documents.
  • Liaise with corporate security and other teams to integrate local mobility and security conditions into travel logistics.
  • Establish and maintain executive-level points of contact at vendor organizations for rapid response to urgent inquiries.
  • Cultivate strategic partnerships with leading private jet operators and evaluate vendor performance.
  • Lead the preparation and negotiation of comprehensive contracts and ensure legal compliance.
  • Oversee the annual and quarterly budgeting process for executive aviation and monitor expenditures.
  • Enforce strict adherence to FAA and international aviation regulations and conduct regular audits.
  • Maintain effective communication with key stakeholders to align aviation operations with executive requirements.
  • Develop and maintain robust emergency response and contingency plans.

 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in the travel industry.
  • 5 years of progressive experience in aviation operations or executive travel management, including significant leadership responsibilities.
  • Extensive travel experience.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

 Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in the travel industry.

 

LOCATION:

 Ideal location is Austin, TX or Santa Clara, CA.  Open to remote work with travel for the right candidate

 

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Benefits offered are described:  AMD benefits at a glance.

 

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.


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