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    Airport Operations Specialist

    An Airport Operations Specialist talks with Air Traffic Control to conduct a runway inspection.

    About the Career

    Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft through effective coordination with air-traffic control and maintenance teams. Responsibilities include dispatching, managing airfield safety, maintaining flight records, and utilizing navigational aids and weather data.

    On the Job You Will

    • Inspect airfield conditions to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
    • Assist in responding to aircraft and medical emergencies.
    • Initiate or conduct airport-wide coordination of snow removal on runways and taxiways.
    • Manage wildlife on and around airport grounds.
    • Plan and coordinate airfield construction.

    Details

    • Average Salary: $96,050
    • Salary Range: $37,970 - $226,010
    • Education: 4 Year Degree
    • Outlook: Excellent (21% or more growth)
    • Total Jobs (2024): 221,660

    Education and Training

    Education

    A bachelor's degree in airport management, airport administration, business, or a related field.

    Experience

    1 year of experience in airport operations.

    Job Training

    Completion of NIMS ICS core courses
    Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge and an U.S. Customs and Border Protection Seal.

     

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    A day in the life of an Airfield Operations Specialist at DFW Airport. 

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