Airport Operations Leader: Growth, Travel & Impact

Primeflight-Aviation-5; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager for STL1 to oversee field operations, lead the operations team, and coordinate with airlines and airport authorities. The role emphasizes crisis management and continuous process improvement to boost efficiency.

The position requires strong leadership, extensive travel (>75%), on-site work, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. A dynamic, team-focused environment is offered with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to work in office, onsite, Monday-Friday.
• 5 years of Leadership/Operational experience.
• Established leader in managing large teams.
• Project Management experience is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of airport operational procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Must have a valid state-issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Travel requirement >75% travel between airport stations and for meetings.
• Must be flexible to work extended hours on occasion to support field operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of services for customer airlines and airports in accordance with the contract and within the agreed budget level
• Ensure safety and security policies and procedures are in accordance with all applicable standards set
• Liaise with airline station managers, airport operations managers; handling agents, Customs, Immigration and Security officials, and other airport stakeholders
• Manage local Recruiting and Staffing initiatives, following recruiting and hiring policies and procedures and ensuring staffing levels are maintained to meet internal/external service level/quality assurance standards
• Monitor performance and take action to correct any shortfalls
• Collaborate with Senior leadership operational gaps, irregularities and audits
• Guide and mentor the local team
• Investigate and report all accidents, incidents, and irregularities, including work-related accidents/incidents, passenger incidents involving PrimeFlight employees and property and/or aircraft damage
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and laws as well as required security measures
• Promote and support workplace diversity initiatives
• Assist and/or lead startup operations across all lines of business
• The ability to backfill open leadership positions during times of vacancy
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

Job description

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager for STL1 to oversee field operations, lead the operations team, and coordinate with airlines and airport authorities. The role emphasizes crisis management and continuous process improvement to boost efficiency.

The position requires strong leadership, extensive travel (>75%), on-site work, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. A dynamic, team-focused environment is offered with growth opportunities.