Airfield Operations & Infrastructure Leader

Omaha Airport Authority; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Omaha Airport Authority is seeking an Airfield Facilities Manager to lead the maintenance and infrastructure for the airport. You will oversee pavements, lighting, drainage, and related systems, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and the ACM.

A focus on safety, reliability, and efficiency is essential. You will direct a team of supervisors and skilled personnel, coordinate with multiple departments, and plan budget and asset management programs while ensuring readiness for winter

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, airport management, engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in airfield maintenance or related field, with supervisory or management experience.
• Strong leadership and management skills overseeing supervisors, employees, contractors, and service providers.
• In-depth knowledge of airfield maintenance practices, infrastructure, and 14 CFR Part 139 requirements.
• Experience with snow and ice control operations and emergency planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Airfield Maintenance supervisors and provide overall leadership for airfield maintenance personnel and operations.
• Oversee airfield pavements, lighting, markings, grounds, drainage, and related infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 139, ACM, AIP, and FAA requirements.
• Coordinate maintenance deficiencies corrections to support regulatory compliance and safe operations.
• Direct snow and ice control planning, staffing, training, and deployment during winter events.
• Develop and administer maintenance programs, budgets, and asset management plans.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Public Safety, ATC, tenants, and contractors.
• Manage procurement scopes, contracts, and vendor relationships for maintenance needs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in facilities/airport management or related field

Job description

Omaha Airport Authority is seeking an Airfield Facilities Manager to lead the maintenance and infrastructure for the airport. You will oversee pavements, lighting, drainage, and related systems, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and the ACM.

A focus on safety, reliability, and efficiency is essential. You will direct a team of supervisors and skilled personnel, coordinate with multiple departments, and plan budget and asset management programs while ensuring readiness for winter