Build Your Career in Business Aviation:
At NextBird, aviation isn’t simply the industry we work in—it’s what drives us.
We’re building a modern aircraft brokerage around market expertise, technology, strong relationships, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. We’re looking for people who share that vision and want to build meaningful careers in business aviation.
Whether we’re representing the sale of an aircraft, guiding a client through an acquisition, analyzing an aircraft market, or developing a relationship that may last for years, we believe how we conduct business matters.
That’s why we look for more than experience.
We look for the right people.
Who Thrives at NextBird
The people who succeed at NextBird are passionate about aviation, motivated to continuously improve, and comfortable taking ownership of their results.
We value people who are:
Passionate About Aviation
You don’t just work around airplanes—you genuinely want to understand them. Aircraft, avionics, maintenance, performance, market values, and industry trends interest you, and you’re always looking to learn more.
Self-Motivated
You take initiative. You don’t need someone standing over your shoulder to stay productive, develop relationships, or pursue opportunities.
Coachable
You’re confident enough to contribute and humble enough to learn. You welcome constructive feedback and use it to become better at your craft.
Accountable
You take ownership of your commitments, decisions, and results. When you say you’re going to do something, you follow through.
Resilient
Success in aircraft brokerage requires persistence. You’re comfortable prospecting, following up, hearing “no,” and continuing to build relationships for the long term.
Professional & Personable
Business aviation is a relationship-driven industry. You communicate professionally, enjoy meeting new people, and understand how to build genuine relationships with aircraft owners, pilots, operators, brokers, and other industry professionals.
Proactive & Adaptable
You look for answers, embrace technology, and continually find better ways to serve clients and operate more effectively.
Our Core Values
Honesty & Transparency – Every transaction is rooted in clear communication and integrity.
Integrity & Accountability – We stand by our word and our clients’ best interests.
Advocacy & Professionalism – We represent our clients with diligence, precision, and respect.
Innovation & Proactivity – We continuously refine our strategies to stay ahead of market trends.
Optimism & Personable Service – We approach every client relationship with enthusiasm and care.
Current Opportunities:
Associate Aircraft Broker — Commission-Based
Remote | NextBird, LLC | Miami, Florida
NextBird is seeking a driven, aviation-obsessed professional to join our growing team as an Associate Aircraft Broker.
This is a commission-based independent contractor opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in aircraft brokerage, develop a book of business, and have their earning potential directly tied to their performance.
The ideal candidate has previous exposure to business aviation or experience as a pilot and already possesses a strong working knowledge of private jets. Familiarity with Cessna Citation aircraft, avionics, engines, maintenance programs, inspections, specifications, and performance is especially valuable.
What You’ll Do
As an Associate Aircraft Broker, you’ll help develop and maintain relationships with aircraft owners, buyers, sellers, brokers, dealers, service providers, and other professionals throughout the business aviation industry.
Your work will include:
- Prospecting for aircraft listings, acquisition clients, and buyers
- Conducting consistent outbound business development
- Building and maintaining relationships throughout the aviation industry
- Researching aircraft markets, pricing, and comparable transactions
- Assisting with aircraft valuations and market reports
- Supporting aircraft listings and acquisitions from initial engagement through closing
- Assisting with negotiations, due diligence, inspections, escrow, and transaction coordination
- Maintaining accurate client, prospect, and transaction information within company systems
- Networking and developing NextBird’s presence throughout the business aviation community
- Staying current on aircraft markets, aviation trends, technologies, and industry developments
Aircraft brokerage is fundamentally a relationship business. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable picking up the phone, starting conversations, attending industry events, developing relationships, and following up consistently.
What We’re Looking For
Previous business aviation experience is strongly preferred. Experience as a pilot, aircraft sales professional, or in another business aviation role is a significant advantage.
Candidates should have:
- A genuine passion for aviation and business aircraft
- Familiarity with major aircraft manufacturers and models
- Strong knowledge of, or interest in, the Cessna Citation family
- General understanding of aircraft avionics, maintenance, engines, performance, and operating costs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and networking abilities
- Professional judgment and attention to detail
- The ability to work independently and remain accountable
- A willingness to prospect consistently and handle rejection
- A desire to learn, improve, and be coached
Technology
Candidates should be comfortable working with modern technology and productivity platforms, including:
- Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel
- Zoho CRM
- Notion
- Canva
- AI platforms including ChatGPT and Claude
Previous experience with specialized aviation platforms such as JETNET, AMSTAT, VREF, AviaCost, and our other brokerage systems is not required. Training can be provided.
Compensation
This is a commission-only independent contractor opportunity with no salary or guaranteed compensation.
Associate Aircraft Brokers begin with a competitive commission split, with the opportunity to progressively increase their commission split based on production and performance.
A monthly desk fee provides access to NextBird’s brokerage infrastructure, systems, technology, communications resources, and support.
This opportunity is best suited for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset who wants to build their own book of business within the NextBird platform.
Ready to Own the Sky?
If you’re passionate about aviation, motivated by opportunity, energized by meeting people, and believe business should be conducted with honesty, integrity, accountability, and professionalism, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply to NextBird by sending your resume to Alexander Strohmeier.