Aviation Operations Lead: Airfield Safety & Compliance

Albuquerque International; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Albuquerque International is seeking an experienced aviation operations leader to plan, direct, and coordinate airfield activities and staff. You will ensure safe, compliant airport operations under FAR139 and FAA guidelines, supervise personnel, and coordinate with internal departments, tenants, contractors, and agencies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 6+ years in airport/airfield operations, and at least 3 years of supervisory experience; ACE/CM/AAE designations are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation management, airport management, airport operations, aviation/aerospace, engineering, public administration, business administration, law enforcement or related field.
• Six (6) years of airport or airlines operations, or airfield management experience.
• Three (3) years supervisory experience.
• Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Operations, Certified Member (CM), and/or Accredited Airport Executive (AAE) designations with AAAE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume management responsibility for daily airfield operations, including planning, organizing, supervising and evaluating the work of operations personnel and activities.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate airfield operations with inspections of runways, taxiways, ramps, fencing, navigational areas and airport property for safety compliance.
• Develop, implement and evaluate operational goals, policies, procedures, schedules and service standards for safe airport operations.
• Direct and coordinate operational programs and projects, monitor workflow and implement process improvements to boost effectiveness.
• Plan and coordinate airport operations, construction and safety activities with departments, tenants, contractors, airlines, and agencies; respond to concerns and emergencies.
• Ensure airfield operations comply with FAR, including FAR 139; coordinate construction, issue notifications, prepare reports and training.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate operations personnel; provide training and manage discipline/termination when needed.
• Develop operational training for Aviation Department staff, including airfield driver training and safety procedures.
• Determine the operational status of airfield facilities and manage opening/closing of runways and taxiways for safe operations.
• Serve as primary contact for airport users and stakeholders, delivering timely operational information.
• Monitor and secure airfield facilities; coordinate maintenance and repairs.
• Participate in budget development and forecasting for staffing and equipment.
• Support snow and ice control activities and act as on-scene representative during emergencies.
• Collaborate with FAA, TSA, and city officials to ensure compliance with regulations and advisories.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Airfield operations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in aviation management/related field

ACE/CM/AAE designations preferred

Job description

Albuquerque International is seeking an experienced aviation operations leader to plan, direct, and coordinate airfield activities and staff. You will ensure safe, compliant airport operations under FAR139 and FAA guidelines, supervise personnel, and coordinate with internal departments, tenants, contractors, and agencies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 6+ years in airport/airfield operations, and at least 3 years of supervisory experience; ACE/CM/AAE designations are