
Join one of the world’s leading specialist aviation consulting teams, delivering CEO-level strategic advisory and transformation programmes for leading airlines, MROs and investors across India, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.
In this role you will have the opportunity toact as the day-to-day project manager on some of our most challengingyet rewardingprojectsas we help ourAirline & MROclientsidentifyanddeliver complex operational improvementstrategies.These projects are global in nature and can cover a wide range of topics related to an airline or MRO’s strategic direction,performance transformation, MRO network optimisation, digital and AI-enabled operations, and investor-led due diligence and transaction support.
As part of this role,you will be expected to:
Manage large scaleoperational and strategicAirline & MROconsultingprojects, actively managing the client relationship, andidentifyingand deliveringsolutions to problems using a variety of analytical techniques;
Play a key role in shaping client engagements, contributing to proposals, and developing long-term client relationships, with increasing ownership of revenue growth This willrequirerepresentingICF at client meetings, attendingand presenting atconferences, and contributing to ICF’s thought leadership;
Actively contribute to the leadership and management of our Delhi Aviation team, including taking on direct Line Management responsibilities, supporting growth initiatives, coordinating with our global leadershipteamandsupporting an inclusive team culture;
Work closely with clients across India, the Middle East and APAC, with opportunities for international exposure and cross-border project experience
This role is suited to someone who islooking for an acceleratedcareer path towards a leadership position within a consulting firm,including
Opportunity to lead increasingly complex, multi-market engagements
Structured mentorship from senior aviation and consulting leaders
Early exposure to client leadership and firm-wide strategic initiatives
Early career opportunities to lead a team anddivisionaloffice
Basic Qualifications:
Degree educated from a reputable institution.
Minimum7+ years of work experiencein a top-tier consulting firmor equivalent strategic role within aviation organisationswith a focus onairline operations & MRO
Established andrelevantnetwork within the India,APACor Middle East aviation markets
Ability and willingnessfor extensive internationaltravel, with projects often requiring extensive onsite presence outside of India.
Professional Skills:
Strong structured problem-solving skills and ability to break down complex challenges into actionable insights;
Demonstratable experience managing projects or initiatives,taking ownership ofworkstreamsandproactively shaping analyses,structuringworkflowsand driving delivery;
Strongwritten andcommunication skills, withexperience presentingwork to Clientsor senior management, as well as organisingwritten work in a manner that is clear,insightful, and tailored for the intended audience
People management experience,either via direct reports or oversight on a project basis;
Ability to workcollaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams spread across different countries and time zones to achieve established goals;
Acts inclusively, modellingfour pillars of inclusive culture – objectivity, belonging,voiceand growth;
Identifiesopportunities and managesfrombusiness development to projectinception;
About ICF
ICFs aviation practiceis one of the world's largest specialist aviation consulting teams.Unlike generalist consulting firms, we combine deep aviationexpertisewith hands-on delivery, enabling tangible impact from strategy through to implementation.
You will work alongside industry experts with real operational experience, providing practical, implementable solutions rather than purely conceptual recommendations
The global organization provides consulting, strategic planning, and technical services to airlines, airports, service providers, investors, leasing companies, governmentagenciesand manufacturers. The team’s industry experts are drawn from airline and airport management, academia, government, the investment community, and aviation consulting and services providers. This experience is augmented with technicalexpertisein applied operations and industry analysis, finance, marketing, datascienceand strategic planning.
A more complete description of ICF experience and capabilities can be seen by visiting our web site, https://www.icf.com/aviation
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance atcandidateaccommodation@icf.com We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
New Delhi, India (II77)

ICF is a leading global solutions and technology provider. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.