Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatching, using airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, monitoring and maintaining flight records, and applying knowledge of weather information.
Airfield Operations Specialists
SOC: 53-2022 O*NET: 53-2022.00
Median Salary
$56,750
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.2%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatching, using airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, monitoring and maintaining flight records, and applying knowledge of weather information.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$34,050
25th
$45,400
50th (Median)
$56,750
75th
$68,100
90th
$85,125
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:16,900
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.2%
Annual Openings:1,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)16,900
Current
2034 (Projected)17,600
+4.2%
+700
Employment Change
+4.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Instructing
Instructing
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Transportation
✓
English Language
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Education and Training
✓
Telecommunications
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Law and Government
✓
Administrative
✓
Computers and Electronics
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year