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Median Salary
$381k
$274k – $534k
Demand Score
73/100
Moderate
Monthly Openings
85
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+8%
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
The market for chief operating officers across the global aviation market is experiencing a stable growth phase. YoY vacancy growth is hovering at +8%, primarily catalyzed by airline restart, airport privatisation, and aerospace program ramp-ups.
Compensation context
Experienced chief operating officers in the global aviation market are commanding base packages ranging from $274k up to $534k annually. Standard benefits packages include health insurance, flight concessions, training bonds, and flight hour allowances for crews, or performance bonuses for corporate staff.
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Aviation industries hiring this role
Commercial Airlines hiring Chief Operating Officers
Full-service and low-cost passenger airlines hiring pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and ground staff at scale
Cargo Airlines hiring Chief Operating Officers
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Business Aviation Companies hiring Chief Operating Officers
Corporate flight departments and business jet operators hiring across crew, dispatch, and management
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International, regional, and cargo airports hiring across operations, terminal, and commercial functions
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Airport concessionaires and service providers hiring across passenger services, retail, and F&B
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MRO providers — airframe, engine, component — hiring engineers, technicians, and avionics specialists
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Chief Operating Officer in the global aviation market is around $385k, typically ranging from $277k to $539k based on experience, type ratings, and the type of aviation employer.