Senior Level Airport Manager Jobs
Senior level airport manager jobs put experienced operations leaders in charge of terminal strategy, safety compliance, and the cross-functional teams that keep complex aviation environments running. Most openings are on-site, concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like H W Lochner, PrimeFlight Aviation, and Unifi hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary:
The station manager is responsible for the oversight and coordination of the exciting day-to-day airport operations, or a segment of the operation. The station manager must have a passion for ensuring safe, reliable, efficient, and effective operational and financial performance of the station.
Benefits:
- : Offered after 30 days for employees and eligible family members!
- Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off - 9 paid holidays + 80 hours of PTO in your first year (PTO plans increase with tenure).
- 401k with 3% company match contribution when you contribute 9% to your retirement plan after 30 days.
- Exclusive Discounts and Additional Wellness program.
- Eligible to receive annual performance bonuses as additional compensation
- Builds partnerships with customers and sets the example for the delivery of exceptional customer service.
- Reviews operational and financial reports to ensure the station is meeting goals and objectives and takes corrective action as required.
- Participates in employee relations investigations when complaints arise and resolves issues in a professional and timely manner.
- Recruits new employees to ensure appropriate staffing, promotes team-building initiatives and performs coaching and mentoring activities to develop and motivate team members.
- Ensure that employees are properly trained and audit safety records as needed.
- Sets, measures and manages the performance of self and others. Leads team members in achieving operational and financial objectives and goals.
- Complete work in a safe and secure manner, following company safety and operational standards.
- Immediately report safety and security incidents as well as potential hazards in line with the Unifi Fair and Just Culture Policy.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill, experience, and capabilities expected for this position.
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent education.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possesses a valid Driver’s License.
- Must be able to obtain credentials required as per airport or state or customs requirements.
- Supervisory experience is required.
- Three years of relevant work experience in the aviation or ground handling services industry.
- Must be able to frequently push, pull, stoop, squat, kneel, bend, lift up to 70lbs and move up to 70lbs; and constantly walk, stand, handle, grasp and reach out. May have to reach above shoulder occasionally.
- You will need to have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. We operate in a shift bid environment.
- Must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment.
- Enjoy the outdoors on a daily basis (sun, rain, sleet or snow!) May be exposed to a wide variety of weather conditions, jet and machinery noises, fumes, dirt and dust for extended periods.
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Who's Hiring
- H W Lochner21
- PrimeFlight Aviation7
- Unifi6
- Enterprise Mobility6
- TYLin5
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services28
- Transportation & Logistics23
- Construction & Real Estate19
- Manufacturing4
- Airlines3
Senior Level Airport Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level airport manager job?
Candidates who land senior level airport manager roles typically demonstrate a history of owning large-scale operations outcomes, not just executing tasks. Employers at this level look for evidence of budget authority, regulatory leadership, and cross-department coordination. Highlighting measurable improvements to safety performance, capacity throughput, or compliance audit results positions you ahead of candidates with similar tenure but narrower ownership experience.
Which companies hire senior level airport managers?
Companies hiring senior level airport managers right now include H W Lochner, PrimeFlight Aviation, and Unifi, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from airport authorities, regional carriers, ground handling firms, and large aviation service contractors with complex multi-terminal or multi-site operations.
Are there remote senior level airport manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field are on-site given the operational nature of airport management. About 56% of senior level airport manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to involve oversight, consulting, or corporate operations functions rather than direct terminal or airfield management.
What makes an airport manager role senior level?
Senior level airport manager roles are defined by accountability for outcomes rather than execution of assigned tasks. These positions carry authority over operational budgets, safety and regulatory programs, and strategic planning decisions. They also typically involve mentoring junior managers, representing the airport in regulatory or stakeholder forums, and leading initiatives that affect the facility's long-term capacity or performance.
Which industries hire the most senior level airport managers?
Senior Level airport manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume, regulated environments where experienced leadership directly affects safety outcomes, federal compliance standing, and operational efficiency at scale.