General Manager- EWR (49338)
About The Position
Global Elite Group- Providing world-class aviation security through innovation and people committed to excellence. Our teams safeguard critical aviation infrastructure, support airlines and airport authorities, cargo facilities and strengthen national security through consistent, high-quality operational performance. Joining Global Elite Group means stepping into a role where your leadership directly strengthens airport safety, enhances operational performance, and supports the integrity of the aviation industry. If you are an experienced aviation or airport operations professional ready for a leadership role with impact, we invite you to apply. Global is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Position Overview: Global Elite Group is seeking a highly skilled General Manager to lead our full aviation security operation at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), one of the busiest, most complex international gateways in the country. The General Manager is responsible for all airline security programs, terminal contract operations, regulatory compliance, and multi-shift security personnel. This leader sets the operational culture for the entire station and ensures the highest standards of safety, service, and accountability. This is a mission-critical leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced airport environment, excels at managing people and processes, and is committed to delivering best-in-class aviation security services.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Valid state security guard license
- 3–5+ years of management experience in aviation security, airport operations, or TSA-regulated environments
- Strong working knowledge of TSA security programs and airport regulatory requirements
- Prior leadership experience managing multi-shift operations in a 24/7 environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain an MIA SIDA badge with CBP seal
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
- Excellent communication, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills
- High-level professionalism, integrity, and ability to lead under pressure
Nice To Haves
- Experience managing airline and cargo security programs strongly preferred
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English required due to the operational needs of MIA’s workforce, passenger base, and client partners
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aviation security operations at EWR, including airline, and terminal security
- Ensure full compliance with TSA, DHS, CBP, airport authority, and airline security program requirements
- Maintain operational readiness of personnel, access control, vehicles, and equipment
- Lead management team ensuring daily coordination of staffing, scheduling, deployment, and shift coverage for 24/7 operations
- Lead a team of managers, supervisors, and front-line security officers
- Build a strong leadership culture grounded in accountability, professionalism, and mission-driven performance
- Guide and provide oversight to the management team in support of hiring, training, performance improvement, and supervisory development
- Serve as primary point of contact for airline partners, TSA leadership, CBP, terminal partners, and airport authorities
- Respond to service disruptions, operational escalations, and audit findings
- Participate in security planning meetings, airport exercises, and regulatory inspections
- Ensure execution of all airport security programs (AOSSP, PCSSP, ACISP, airline-specific requirements)
- Lead internal audits, corrective action planning, and continuous compliance improvement
- Conduct field inspections, quality checks, and incident investigations
- Manage station labor planning, overtime control, and operational efficiency
- Ensure that service levels, KPIs, and contract deliverables are consistently met
- Oversee accurate timekeeping, payroll processes, and personnel documentation
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, AFLAC
- Paid Time Off + Holiday Pay
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee engagement, development, and advancement pathways
- A dynamic airport operations environment that strengthens your judgment, leadership skills, and professional growth
- Opportunities to collaborate with TSA, airport authorities, airline clients, and law enforcement partners
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
