Airport Manager – General Aviation Operations (C59)

Delavan Holdings Management LLC • Delavan, WI

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About The Position

Delavan Holdings is hiring an Airport Manager for Lake Lawn Airport (C59), a private, public-use non-towered general aviation airport located at Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, WI. We’re looking for someone with hands-on experience in general aviation airport operations, ideally at a small or non-towered airport, who can run the field day-to-day and guide practical redevelopment projects.

Requirements

• Experience as an Airport Manager, Assistant Airport Manager, FBO Manager, Airfield Operations Manager, or similar GA operations role.
• Background in non-towered airport operations or small-airport environments.
• Ability to distinguish required FAA standards from optional improvements appropriate for a private GA field.
• Strong understanding of GA operations, fuel systems, hangar operations, runway maintenance, and pilot/tenant relations.
• Practical, hands-on operator who can scale solutions to the airport’s size and mission.
• Strong communication and partnership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Aviation Management, Airport Operations, Engineering, or related field a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general aviation airport operations, including runway inspections, airfield maintenance, safety, and visitor services.
• Manage projects such as runway improvements, lighting upgrades, fuel services, hangar development, and basic infrastructure enhancements.
• Ensure appropriate FAA and state aviation compliance for a non-towered GA airport.
• Build and manage GA services including fuel sales, hangar leasing, and flight-training partnerships.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, WisDOT, and aviation stakeholders.
• Work with Lake Lawn Resort to integrate aviation with hospitality, recreation, and guest experience.
• Manage budgets, airport planning, and revenue opportunities typical for a small GA airport.

Benefits

• High autonomy with direct influence over airport operations and improvements.
• Right-sized environment without the bureaucracy of commercial or Part 139 airports.
• Opportunity to grow a general aviation airport that supports recreation, tourism, and community aviation.
• Competitive compensation (discussed based on experience).
• Work in Delavan, WI—a lake-country destination close to Milwaukee, Madison, and the Illinois border.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees