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Airlines, airports, cargo carriers, MROs, aerospace manufacturers, ATOs, ANSPs, and business aviation operators use CosmoQuick to source qualified airport operations managers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$115k
$82.8k – $161k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
3.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+12%
rolling 12 months
Why employers hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches aviation talent on type ratings, licences, experience, and destination — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles within days.
Market outlook
Demand for airport operations managers in the global aviation market is exceptionally strong. Aviation employers report a 12% year-on-year increase in Airport Operations Manager mandates, driven by new terminal openings, passenger growth, and airport privatisation programs.
Compensation context
Airport Operations Manager compensation typically falls between $82.8k and $161k, with experienced airport ops managers in the global aviation market commanding $161k+ at flagship airlines, top-tier MROs, and leading aerospace employers. Total compensation often includes housing, schooling, transport, per-diems, profit-share, type-rating bonds, and relocation support.
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Aviation industries hiring this role
Commercial Airlines hiring Airport Operations Managers
Full-service and low-cost passenger airlines hiring pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and ground staff at scale
Cargo Airlines hiring Airport Operations Managers
Dedicated cargo airlines and integrators hiring across freighter operations, cargo handling, and logistics
Charter Airlines hiring Airport Operations Managers
Charter operators and ACMI providers hiring across on-demand and seasonal flight operations
Private Aviation Operators hiring Airport Operations Managers
Private jet operators, VVIP fleets, and fractional companies hiring across business jet operations
Business Aviation Companies hiring Airport Operations Managers
Corporate flight departments and business jet operators hiring across crew, dispatch, and management
Airports hiring Airport Operations Managers
International, regional, and cargo airports hiring across operations, terminal, and commercial functions
Airport Service Companies hiring Airport Operations Managers
Airport concessionaires and service providers hiring across passenger services, retail, and F&B
Ground Handling Companies hiring Airport Operations Managers
Independent ground handlers and airline subsidiaries hiring ramp, passenger, and cargo handling staff
MRO Providers hiring Airport Operations Managers
MRO providers — airframe, engine, component — hiring engineers, technicians, and avionics specialists
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Airport Operations Manager in the global aviation market is around $115k, typically ranging from $82.8k to $161k based on experience, type ratings, and the type of aviation employer.