Airfield Ops Lead: Safety, Compliance & Coordination

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW); Dallas, Fort Worth (TX, TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) seeks a Lead Assistant Airfield Operations Officer to oversee airfield activity, ensuring safe and compliant operations under FAR 139 and FAA rules. You will coordinate inspections, supervise Airfield Operations Agents, and direct duties during shifts.

You will engage with FAA control towers, issue NOTAMs, monitor wildlife and incidents, and ensure timely reports and safe responses during irregular operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years aviation/airfield ops at FAR 139 airport, OR
• 2 years in a supervisory role at a mid/small hub.
• Ability to pass medical examination and safety courses.
• Valid Class C driver's license.
• Ability to obtain CBP security clearance within 30 days.
• Safety sensitive position; drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees inspections of air operations areas to ensure FAR 139 compliance.
• Coordinates with FAA control tower and airfield users for inspections and duties.
• Directs Airfield Operations Agents and manages NOTAM issuance.
• Monitors wildlife hazards and incident reporting; maintains records.
• Responds to emergencies and supports ER activities on AOA incidents.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Regulatory knowledge

Reading and interpreting rules

Report writing and briefing

Decision making under stress

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Veoci

Windows Platform

FAA NOTAM Manager

Job description

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) seeks a Lead Assistant Airfield Operations Officer to oversee airfield activity, ensuring safe and compliant operations under FAR 139 and FAA rules. You will coordinate inspections, supervise Airfield Operations Agents, and direct duties during shifts.

You will engage with FAA control towers, issue NOTAMs, monitor wildlife and incidents, and ensure timely reports and safe responses during irregular operations.