Associate Broker

Blackridge Aviation LLC — Brokerage | Transactions | Client Advisory

The Opportunity

Blackridge Aviation is building the most exacting brokerage in general aviation. We represent high-quality piston and turboprop aircraft (expanding into jets) with a private-banker mindset—discreet, data-driven, relentlessly client-focused. We’re hiring a Sales Associate Broker to grow into a top producer under an elite apprenticeship model.

Why Blackridge

Pinnacle environment. Institutional polish, tight processes, premium brand.

Serious development. One-on-one Blackridge Academy training.

Real deal flow. Live listings, high-probability seller pursuit.

Merit economics. Independent contractor with escalating splits and bonuses.

Role Summary

Source, evaluate, and close listings and acquisitions while delivering a high-touch client experience alongside the VP of Transactions and Managing Partner.

Core Responsibilities

Pipeline. Intelligent outbound and qualified owner engagement.

Listing acquisition. Position value; secure exclusive agreements.

Valuation. Use comps, times, maintenance & avionics quality to price and position.

Execution. Prebuys, logs, squawks, PAs, escrow, closing.

Negotiation. Control cadence, leverage, and information flow.

Client experience. Trusted-advisor communication under CAIR.

Standards. Pristine documentation and CRM hygiene.

Success Milestones

30–45 Days: Complete Academy P1–P2; open qualified conversations; shadow active deals. 60–90 Days: Win first exclusive(s); lead a transaction through prebuy. 180+ Days: Multi-listing pipeline; dependable monthly closings; referral-worthy execution.

What You Bring

Proven sales discipline in high-stakes, relationship-driven settings

Aviation literacy (or rapid mastery)

Crisp written/verbal communication

Operational rigor and calendar/CRM ownership

Even-keeled judgment and confidentiality

Comfort with 1099 performance compensation

Compensation & Structure

1099 with escalating commission tiers and bonuses

Tools, training, templates, and senior deal coaching

Track to larger aircraft, premium listings, and leadership

Non-Negotiables

CAIR confidentiality and IP protection

Documentation integrity per SOP

Professional conduct in every medium

Location & Work Model

Primarily remote with travel for inspections, prebuys, clients, and events. Evenings/weekends as deals require.

Hiring Process

Application review → virtual interview submission #1 → virtual interview submission #2 live virtual interview → live virtual interview - leadership.

Apply

Email [email protected] with subject Sales Associate Broker — [Your Name], your resume, a brief note titled “Why I Close,” and one professional reference.