Airfield Operations Specialist

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Airfield Operations Specialist

Also Called: Airfield Operations Specialist, Airport Operations Agent, Airport Operations Coordinator, Airport Operations Officer, Airport Operations Specialist, Flight Follower, Operations Agent, Operations Coordinator, Operations Officer, Operations Specialist, Airfield Operations Specialist, Airport Operations Agent, Airport Operations Coordinator, Airport Operations Officer, Airport Operations Specialist, Flight Follower, Operations Agent, Operations Coordinator, Operations Officer, Operations Specialist

What they do

Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatching, using airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, monitoring and maintaining flight records, and applying knowledge of weather information.

$33,870
Starting Salary (2023)
$51,140
Median Salary (2023)
4.9%
Projected Job Growth
18,320
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Conduct inspections of the airport property and perimeter to maintain controlled access to airfields.
Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.
Inspect airfield conditions to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
Manage wildlife on and around airport grounds.
Assist in responding to aircraft and medical emergencies.

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Enterprising
Business based Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Dependability
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Stress Tolerance
Adaptability/Flexibility
Cooperation

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Monitoring
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Coordination
Reading Comprehension

Expected Knowledge

Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Common Activities

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

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