Director, Partner Success - Aviation

Metropolis Metropolis · Vertical AI · United States · Remote · Market Operations

This role is for a Director, Partner Success at an AI company specializing in computer vision for checkout-free experiences, specifically in the aviation sector. The individual will manage post-launch relationships with airport partners, ensuring deep integration of the Metropolis Vision platform and other airport technology products into the partners' financial, operational, and commercial ecosystems. Responsibilities include driving revenue growth, expanding into multimodal mobility hubs, and ensuring financial transparency and audit readiness. The role requires significant leadership experience in aviation or airport technology, technical and financial literacy, and the ability to translate client needs into product features.

What you'd actually do

  1. Serve as the "General Manager" of the post-launch relationship for Metropolis’ most prestigious, technology-enabled airport partners
  2. Ensure the Metropolis Vision platform and comprehensive suite of airport technology products are deeply integrated into each airport’s financial, operational, and commercial ecosystem
  3. Act as primary tech and commercial advisor for airport executives and stakeholders
  4. Lead MBRs and QBRs to align the Metropolis roadmap with airport capital, passenger, and digital strategies
  5. Identify and execute opportunities to expand the Metropolis footprint within existing airport accounts

Skills

Required

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within airports/aviation, airport technology, or major mobility platforms
  • Deep understanding of airport procurement, RFP timelines, municipal processes, and the highly networked nature of the aviation industry
  • Proven track record of success driving significant Gross Product Value (GPV) / Gross Profit (GP) uplift, improving CSAT, and navigating complex stakeholder environments
  • Technical and financial literacy with the ability to speak fluently with engineers regarding API integrations and with CFOs regarding revenue and reporting stream architecture

Nice to have

  • Experience with reservations, pricing, biometrics, Bags, and ground transportation solutions
  • Experience with TNC lot management, valet automation, employee parking, digital identity, and security products
  • Experience transitioning traditional airports into multimodal mobility hubs

What the JD emphasized

  • non-negotiable airport requirements like audit compliance, revenue reconciliation, and CRM/marketing tool integrations