Airport Manager

RS&H Talent Acquisition • Celebration, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking an experienced Airport Manager to support the day-to-day operations, maintenance, administration, and management of a client-owned airport at SunTrax in Auburndale, Florida. This is an embedded position requiring the employee to report to the SunTrax office five days per week. The Airport Manager partners with the client, tenants, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to support safe, efficient, and compliant airport operations. The role includes coordinating airfield inspections, addressing operational needs, supporting capital improvements and long-term planning, guiding a multidisciplinary team, and establishing consistent operating procedures. The position primarily leads airport operations management activities and may oversee smaller, less complex, or lower-risk projects. It works with moderate supervision, with independent judgment on routine matters and responsibility for addressing more complex operational challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple assignments, and follow through on commitments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with clients, tenants, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Sound judgment, ability to work independently with general direction, and ability to help guide and influence others.
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and commitment to ethical practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a solid understanding of project management responsibilities.
• Ability to understand and support client and firm goals while serving as a reliable source of airport operational information.

Nice To Haves

• AAAE Certified Member designation and/or AAAE Airport Certified Employee certification in Airfield Operations or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day administration, operations, and maintenance of the airport in alignment with client expectations and applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for airport-related matters, establish operational procedures, communicate expectations, and ensure consistent implementation.
• Coordinate tenant needs, including facility access, move-in logistics, maintenance requests, and authorization to use client-owned facilities.
• Conduct routine airfield inspections, identify operational or safety concerns, and coordinate timely corrective actions.
• Work with the FAA and state aviation regulatory agencies to support compliance.
• Contribute to operating budgets, capital improvement program recommendations, and the airport's strategic plan.
• Prepare and present operational reports, recommendations, and plans to the client; implement approved actions and maintain accurate airport records.
• Represent the client and airport in meetings with tenants, stakeholders, municipalities, adjacent property owners, and other community partners.
• Work with multidisciplinary team members to support operational priorities, maintain effective communication, and address evolving airport needs.
• Oversee smaller, less complex, or lower-risk projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level