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Organization: IEA Inc.

City: Houston or Dallas, TX

Post Until: Apr 5, 2026

Category(ies): Engineering

Type of Position: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Experience Requirement: 5-10 years

Salary(Yearly): up to $175,000

Description and Details

IEA Inc., a professional engineering services and construction management firm, is seeking a Senior Aviation Civil Engineer. This position leads the planning, design, and delivery of complex airport infrastructure projects across commercial and general aviation environments. Reporting to the Director of Aviation, this senior role oversees multidisciplinary teams and serves as a trusted partner to airports, airlines, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders. Based in Dallas or Houston, the position plays a key role in expanding aviation services throughout Texas while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead planning and design for runways, taxiways, aprons, terminals, roadways, and support facilities

• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk

• Coordinate internal and external multidisciplinary teams

• Serve as primary liaison for clients, airport authorities, FAA, TSA, and stakeholders

• Review and approve design documents, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates

• Ensure compliance with FAA standards, grant requirements, and applicable regulations

• Oversee construction administration and contract support services

• Mentor direct reports and support recruitment and team growth

• Contribute to proposals, presentations, and client relationship development

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

• Active Texas PE license, or ability to obtain within six months

• Eight (8) or more years of aviation infrastructure design and project delivery experience

• Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D and project scheduling tools (MS Project or Primavera P6 preferred)

• Strong knowledge of FAA design standards and airport operations

• Experience working with Texas airports and public agencies preferred

Salary & Benefits

A starting salary up to $175,000 is possible for the exceptional candidate. The starting salary will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications and experience. There is an attractive range of benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, paid time-off, and a flexible/alternate work schedule. Variable discretionary bonuses are offered, along with the potential for a one-time sign-on bonus for the selected candidate. For instructions on how to apply, please click here to see the recruitment brochure, or visit the searches tab at www.adkexecutivesearch.com.

Filing Deadline: April 6, 2026

HOW TO APPLY

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Organization: City of Fresno- Airports

City: Fresno, CA

Post Until: Mar 27, 2026

Category(ies): Operations, Management

Type of Position: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Experience Requirement: 1-2 years

Salary(Monthly): $7,102-8,592

Description and Details

THE POSITION

RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

The City of Fresno is currently recruiting for a dynamic Airports Operations Supervisor.

Under supervision from the Airports Operations Manager, incumbents perform advanced and complex duties related to Airport operations management, inspections and compliance; plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the work of assigned staff; maintains department compliance and monitors and interpret a variety of federal, state and local airport regulations for updates, policy changes and new regulations. Monitors and inspects the airfield, terminal, perimeter, grounds and personnel to ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Airport rules and regulations, and reports deficient conditions for correction.

Currently there are two vacancies in the Airport/Operations Department located at the Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination.

TO QUALIFY, an applicant must have:

- Possession of a bachelor’ s degree from an accredited college or university in Aviation Management, Aviation Science, Airport Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or closely related field;

AND

- Two (2) years of experience in airports operations at an FAA Part 139 certificated airport, which included Part 139 program management, compliance and facility inspections. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

A copy of degree or college transcripts must be uploaded and included in your on-line application for verification of meeting the educational requirement. Applicants lacking the documentation may be rejected.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Prior to appointment, positions in Airports require successful completion of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 10-year employment history verification, which includes a criminal history records check.

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License is required within sixty (60) days of appointment.

SELECTION PROCESS

The examination process may consist of the following:

Application review - Qualifying Only: Applications which meet the minimum qualifications will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to the Oral Examination. Selection of the most qualified candidates will be based upon those applications demonstrating the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for evaluation.

Oral Exam 100%: A panel of subject matter experts will conduct a job-related oral examination to evaluate a candidate's training experience and personal traits for

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the junk mail or spam folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.

Organization: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

City: San Francisco, CA

Post Until: Mar 12, 2026

Category(ies): Engineering, Operations, Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Misc.

Type of Position: Full-time

Education Requirement: Master's

Experience Requirement: 3-5 years

Salary(Yearly): $158,652.00 - $207,428.00

Description and Details

Under the leadership of our Safety, Health & Compliance Director, the Safety Officer plays a key role in building, maintaining, and continuously improving our Occupational Safety & Health Programs. Using a focused safety management system, this role is dedicated to reducing hazards and creating a safe, healthy work environment for all.

As part of the Airport’s Safety, Health & Compliance team, you’ll help protect Commission staff by supporting workers’ compensation, Injury & Illness Prevention programs, and overall workplace safety initiatives.

What you’ll do:

- Evaluate and strengthen our occupational safety programs

- Investigate safety incidents and hazardous conditions

- Develop and update safety procedures and training

- Support ongoing health and safety initiatives

If you’re passionate about workplace safety and making a real impact, we want to hear from you!

For further details copy and paste this link into your browser: https://careers.sf.gov/l?go=fGvqFzwv

Please note that incumbents in this classification may be required to perform duties as listed in the class specification, which can be found on DHR’s website: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=5177&setId=COMMN

Nature of Work: The normal work period is Monday through Friday; however, you may be required to report to work on weekends, evenings, and holidays to support Airport emergencies.

How to qualify

Education: Possession of a Master’s Degree in Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, or equivalent degree in a closely related field from an accredited college or university; AND

Experience: Four (4) years of professional industrial or occupational safety experience, which must include work safety assessments, engineering design review, accident investigation, safety program development and safety management; AND

Certification: Certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) by the American Board of Certified Safety Professionals; AND

License: Possession of current valid California driver’s license; AND

Ability to wear personal protective equipment, such as respirator and the ability to climb ladders, bend, squat and crawl in tight spaces to safely access work sites. Note: A medical examination and the probationary period will be used to evaluate this qualification.

Substitutions:

Combination of a baccalaureate degree in one of the disciplines specified in MQ #1 and six (6) years of experience as described in MQ #2 may substitute for qualifications #1 and #2.

Combination of a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree in Engineering, Physical or Natural Sciences from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of experience as described in MQ #2 may substitute for qualifications #1 and #2.

Combination of any baccalaureate or graduate degree from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years of experience as described in MQ #2 may substitute for qualifications #1 and #2.

Registration as a Professional Engineer in Safety by the State of California Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the certification MQ #3.

A graduate degree as described in MQ #1 and six (6) years of experience as described in MQ #2, without a CSP, is qualifying.

One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

***Please attach a copy of your certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) by the American Board of Certified Safety Professionals OR a copy of your license as a Professional Engineer in Safety by the State of California Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.***

Desirable Qualifications:

- Knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.

- Knowledge and experience leading the full cycle of safety investigations.

- Experience working in a highly regulated government or transportation related industry.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY

https://careers.sf.gov/l?go=fGvqFzwv

Organization: The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority

City: San Diego, CA

Post Until: Mar 22, 2026

Category(ies): Business Development

Type of Position: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Experience Requirement: 5-10 years

Salary(Yearly): $134,372 - $235,151

Description and Details

The San Diego County Regional Airport Authority (SDCRAA) is seeking a Director, Terminal Business Development with a strategic, forward thinking focus on enhancing and optimizing commercial performance, passenger experience, and long-term value across the San Diego International Airport’s terminal environment. This role is responsible for shaping and executing in-terminal revenue and concession strategies within SAN’s highly active and dynamic airport campus.

SAN is entering a pivotal period of terminal transformation, balancing active operations with major redevelopment. The Director, Terminal Business Development will shape how passengers experience the terminal environment during change – ensuring commercial programs remain lucrative, resilient, and financially strong while positioning the airport for long-term growth.

The Director oversees comprehensive revenue management programs and teams that include concessions, leasing, and in-terminal commercial assets while partnering closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain continuity across active terminal operations and deliver thoughtful, data-informed outcomes.

Minimum Experience

• Eight years of progressively responsible business development, real estate management or commercial leasing experience, at least five of which were in a supervisory or program management capacity, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in business or public administration, real estate, finance, architecture, construction management, or a closely related field.

Preferred Experience

• Professional certification such as Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.), Certified Member (C.M.), or Airports Council International (ACI), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Concession Manager (CCM) credential.

• Real Estate License or demonstrated experience in commercial real estate, leasing, or land-use strategy.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range is $134,372 - $235,151 - starting salaries target the midpoint ($184,762). SAN offers short- and long-term incentive opportunities accompanied by a generous benefits package. For instructions on how to apply, please click here to see the recruitment brochure, or visit the searches tab at www.adkexecutivesearch.com.

Filing Deadline: March 22, 2026

HOW TO APPLY

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Organization: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

City: San Francisco, CA

Post Until: Mar 31, 2026

Category(ies): Operations, Safety & Security

Type of Position: Full-time

Education Requirement: High School/GED

Experience Requirement: 1-2 years

Salary(Yearly): $115,830.00 - $140,764.00

Description and Details

Join the team that keeps the Airport safe! San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is looking for dedicated Airfield Safety Officers to:

- Patrol and inspect the airfield

- Enforce critical safety and security regulations

- Conduct thorough investigations

Be a part of one of the world's leading airports and play a key role in ensuring operational safety and security.

Apply today and launch your career at SFO!

SFO is hiring Airfield Safety Officers to patrol and inspect the airfield, enforce security regulations, and conduct investigations. Duties include enforcing Airport rules, responding to security breaches, and handling airfield incidents. Ideal candidates possess situational awareness, understand aviation terminology, and remain calm under pressure. Desired candidates have thorough knowledge of CFR Part 139, Part 77, and FAA Advisory Circulars 150 series; working knowledge of CFR Part 1542; expertise in aviation phraseology and public safety communications with the ability to communicate via 2-way radio with FAA Air Traffic Control, Operations Dispatchers, and team members; experience working at a commercial, domestic, regional or an international airport is preferred; proficiency in First Responder duties, incident response, and management; and an understanding of FEMA ICS; a Pilot’s Certificate, excellent oral and written communication skills, report writing abilities, and hold an AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Operations and/or ACE Security certification. Apply today!

How to qualify

1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination); AND

2. Experience: Two (2) years of safety and/or security operations experience at an airport, airbase, airline, or military base performing safety, security and inspection duties, of which six (6) months must include recent airfield operations experience; AND

3. License and Certification: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver license prior to employment.

Note: Recent airfield operations experience (within the last seven (7) years) must have included inspecting and analyzing airfield surfaces, assets, and related facilities for safety, security, and compliance related data and to develop recommendations to enhance an Airport, airbase, FBO, airline ramp, or military operation, including composition of related letters, memoranda and reports.

Experience Substitution:

Possession of an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Aviation Management or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required safety and/or security operations experience only.

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Aviation Management or a related field may substitute for the two (2) years of required safety and/or security operations experience only.

Completion of a six (6) month program equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco’s Airside Operations Training Program may substitute for the required six (6) months of recent airfield operations experience.

HOW TO APPLY

https://careers.sf.gov/l?go=Qh45K6Tp

Organization: The City of Albuquerque

City: Albuquerque, NM

Post Until: Mar 15, 2026

Category(ies): Management

Type of Position: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Experience Requirement: > 10 years

Salary(Yearly): Negotiable

Description and Details

The City of Albuquerque is seeking an Aviation Director to serve as the chief executive responsible for the leadership, management, and long-term development of the City’s Aviation Department. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, this at-will executive role provides strategic direction across airport operations, planning, finance, and stakeholder relations to ensure a safe, efficient, and economically sound airport system that supports regional and statewide growth. The department operates two municipal airports: Albuquerque International Sunport, a medium-hub commercial service airport and the largest multimodal facility in New Mexico, and Double Eagle II Airport, a key general aviation facility serving the Albuquerque region.

The Aviation Director leads an organization with approximately 293 full-time employees and an annual operating budget of $68 million. The role balances dayto-day operational oversight with long-range planning, capital development, and regulatory compliance. As the public face of the airport system, the Director represents the City in local, regional, and national forums while maintaining strong partnerships with airlines, tenants, federal agencies, military partners, and the community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead safe, secure, and efficient airport operations across airfield, terminal, and landside functions

• Set strategic direction through master planning, capital programming, and long-term development initiatives

• Direct operating and capital budgets while overseeing financial stewardship and fiscal accountability

• Ensure compliance with FAA, TSA, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations

• Oversee leases, contracts, and relationships with airlines, tenants, and business partners

• Guide capital projects to deliver scope, schedule, and budget objectives

• Advance sustainability, environmental stewardship, and noise compatibility programs

• Serve as primary liaison with government agencies, media, and key stakeholders

• Lead emergency preparedness, response, and crisis communication efforts

• Foster a high-quality, customer-focused airport experience across all passenger services

Required Qualifications

Candidates should possess extensive executive-level aviation leadership experience and hold Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) certification, or the ability to obtain equivalent accreditation. A valid New Mexico Driver’s License and the ability to secure a City Operator’s Permit within six months of hire are required.

Salary & Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is negotiable and is accompanied by a generous benefits package. For instructions on how to apply, please click here to see the recruitment brochure, or visit the searches tab at www.adkexecutivesearch.com.

Filing Deadline: March 15, 2026

HOW TO APPLY

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Organization: The Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority

City: Burbank, CA

Post Until: Mar 15, 2026

Category(ies): Engineering

Type of Position: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Experience Requirement: > 10 years

Salary(Yearly): $190,000 - $215,000

Description and Details

The Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority is seeking a Director of Engineering and Project Delivery, a senior leader within the Planning and Development division at Hollywood Burbank Airport, reporting to the Deputy Executive Director, Planning and Development. This pivotal role oversees all engineering design, construction, and development initiatives at the Airport. With direct managerial responsibility over staff and technical consultants, the Director ensures the successful execution of capital improvement projects that support the Airport’s long-term strategic goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the Engineering Department, including hiring and staff development.

• Oversee all design, construction, and inspection activities at the Airport.

• Supervise consultants, engineers, architects, and contractors.

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on project planning and execution.

• Ensure all construction conforms to codes, contracts, and safety standards.

• Support long-range planning and capital project prioritization.

• Liaise with tenants, government agencies, and the public on development initiatives.

• Maintain compliance with FAA and local regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, architecture, or a related discipline.

• Current and valid registration as a licensed Civil Engineer, Professional Engineer or Architect in the State of California or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment is highly desired.

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in engineering or architecture, including staff supervision.

• Experience with airport capital improvement projects and pavement engineering.

• PMP or CCM certification is a plus.

• Familiarity with FAA regulations, public procurement, and budget development.

• Valid California driver’s license (or ability to obtain) and TSA security clearance eligibility.

Salary & Benefits

The hiring range for this position is $190,000 - $215,000. The starting salary will be determined by the candidate's qualifications and experience. There is an attractive range of benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, 401k matching, paid time-off and a flexible/alternate work schedule. Relocation reimbursement is available. For instructions on how to apply, please click here to see the recruitment brochure, or visit the searches tab at www.adkexecutivesearch.com.

Filing Deadline: March 15, 2026

HOW TO APPLY

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