Airport Manager Jobs in Texas

Airport Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial aviation, cargo operations, and general aviation with demand at every level from operations coordinator through senior airport director. The busiest hiring metros are Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, home to major employers such as American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The most in-demand specialties in Texas are airfield operations management, airport safety and security compliance, and capital projects oversight tied to the state's ongoing terminal expansion programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24
Top employerLove Shack Burgers & Bar - DFW Airport
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring10
Work type80% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Maceoo Men's suiting- Store Manager (New Airport Location)
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Maceoo Men's suiting- Store Manager (New Airport Location)
MACEOO Men's Fashion
Dallas, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$50k - $120k/yr
On-Site

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Parsons
Senior Project Manager, Airport Infrastructure
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Parsons
Added 2d ago
Senior Project Manager, Airport Infrastructure
Parsons
Texas
Construction Management
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$125k - $225k/yr
Master's degree in construction management
10,000+

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American Airlines
Sr Manager, Airport Customer Operations
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American Airlines
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Sr Manager, Airport Customer Operations
American Airlines
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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SIXT
Repair Manager (Austin-Bergstrom International Airport)
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SIXT
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Repair Manager (Austin-Bergstrom International Airport)
SIXT
Austin, Texas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
ASE Certification
5,001-10,000

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Paradies Lagardère
Retail Flagship General Manager (DFW Airport)
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Paradies Lagardère
Added 4d ago
Retail Flagship General Manager (DFW Airport)
Paradies Lagardère
Dallas, Texas
Data Analytics
Data Science
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Airport Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
4 jobs
Austin
3 jobs
Houston
3 jobs
Dallas-Fort Worth
3 jobs
Irving
2 jobs
Grapevine
2 jobs
San Antonio
2 jobs
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
2 jobs
Graham
1 job

Airport Manager Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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Love Shack Burgers & Bar - DFW Airport3 open roles
Domino's
Domino's2 open roles
American Airlines
American Airlines2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in airport manager jobs across Texas.

  • Accredited Airport Executive (AAE) credential from AAAE recognized by Texas airport authorities
  • Bachelor's degree in aviation management, airport management, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience in airfield operations, safety compliance, or airport administration
  • Familiarity with FAA regulations including Part 139 airport certification requirements
  • Strong background in budget oversight, capital planning, or facilities management
  • Proficiency with airport operations systems and emergency response planning protocols

Airport Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an airport manager in Texas?

Most Texas airports require candidates to hold a bachelor's degree in aviation management, public administration, or a related field, combined with progressive experience in airport or airfield operations. While Texas does not issue a state-specific airport manager license, the nationally recognized Accredited Airport Executive credential from the American Association of Airport Executives is widely required or strongly preferred by Texas airport authorities and large commercial operators when hiring for management roles.

How much do airport managers make in Texas?

Airport managers in Texas earn a median of about $100,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,380 for the lowest 10% to over $177,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire airport managers in Texas?

Employers hiring airport managers in Texas right now include Love Shack Burgers & Bar - DFW Airport, Domino's, and American Airlines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's scale of commercial, cargo, and general aviation activity means both public airport authorities and major private aviation operators maintain consistent airport management hiring throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most airport manager jobs?

Dallas, Austin, and Houston have the most airport manager openings in Texas, driven by the concentration of major commercial airports, cargo hubs, and corporate aviation facilities in those metros, with Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston anchoring demand through some of the highest-volume airports in the country and San Antonio contributing through both military-adjacent and commercial airport expansion.

Are there remote airport manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 20% of airport manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fundamentally on-site nature of airfield oversight, safety compliance, and operations management. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote work are administrative functions such as budget planning, regulatory reporting, and vendor contract management.

How can I get hired as an airport manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting in an airport operations coordinator or operations specialist role at a Texas commercial or reliever airport, which provides direct exposure to FAA Part 139 compliance and airfield procedures. Large Texas airport authorities such as the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Houston Airports System, and San Antonio International Airport regularly post entry-level operations roles that serve as a practical pipeline into management. Pursuing the AAAE's Airport Certified Employee credential while in those roles signals readiness for advancement.

Where can I find and apply to airport manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to airport manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from airports, aviation operators, and related employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.

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