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Job Summary Aretum is seeking a Air Space Manager within the Air Operations Center (AOC), supporting Combat Plans and Combat Operations through Airspace Control Order (ACO) production, MAAP planning ...

Lead Alaska/Airspace Manager

Anchorage, AK ยท On-site

$176K - $282K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Lead Alaska/Airspace Manager to direct modernization initiatives that enhance weather observation capabilities across Alaska's critical and unique airspace. This ...

Lead Alaska/Airspace Manager

Anchorage, AK ยท On-site

$176K - $282K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Lead Alaska/Airspace Manager to direct modernization initiatives that enhance weather observation capabilities across Alaska's critical and unique airspace. This ...

Lead Alaska/Airspace Manager

Anchorage, AK ยท On-site

$176K - $282K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Lead Alaska/Airspace Manager to direct modernization initiatives that enhance weather observation capabilities across Alaska's critical and unique airspace. This ...

Senior Airspace Engineer

Manassas, VA ยท On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Masters / PhD degree in aerospace engineering, aviation management, airport planning, or related field * 5 + years in airspace management related research, policy and regulatory development, airspace ...

Senior Airspace Engineer

Manassas, VA ยท On-site

$115K - $144K/yr

Masters/PhD degree in aerospace engineering, aviation management, airport planning, or related field * 5+ years in airspace management related research, policy and regulatory development, airspace ...

Senior Airspace Engineer

Manassas, VA ยท On-site

$115K - $144K/yr

Masters/PhD degree in aerospace engineering, aviation management, airport planning, or related field * 5+ years in airspace management related research, policy and regulatory development, airspace ...

Senior Airspace Engineer

Manassas, VA ยท On-site

$115K - $144K/yr

Masters/PhD degree in aerospace engineering, aviation management, airport planning, or related field * 5+ years in airspace management related research, policy and regulatory development, airspace ...

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Advise the Range Manager/Director on matters pertaining to airspace management, planning, and operations. * Using RFMSS and IRSS, track scheduled units on the ranges and training areas. * Update and ...

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How much do airspace manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for airspace manager in the United States is $59,525.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Airspace Manager vs Air Traffic Controller?

AspectAirspace ManagerAir Traffic Controller
CertificationsFAA certifications, possibly management trainingFAA certifications, radar operation, communication skills
Work EnvironmentAirports, aviation authorities, planning officesControl towers, radar rooms, airports
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging airspace usage, regulatory compliance, strategic planningDirecting aircraft movements, ensuring safety and efficiency

While both roles involve aviation safety, Airspace Managers focus on airspace planning and regulation, whereas Air Traffic Controllers handle real-time aircraft movement. Both require FAA certifications and work in aviation environments, but their daily tasks and responsibilities differ significantly.

What are Airspace Managers?

Airspace Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and coordinating the use of controlled airspace to ensure safe and efficient movement of aircraft. They work closely with air traffic control, military, and civil aviation authorities to manage flight paths, implement airspace policies, and resolve conflicts. Their role is crucial in optimizing airspace usage, minimizing delays, and maintaining safety standards within designated regions. Airspace Managers also contribute to planning and responding to emergencies or special events that impact air traffic.

What are some common challenges an Airspace Manager faces when coordinating with multiple stakeholders during high-traffic periods?

Airspace Managers often encounter challenges when balancing the needs of commercial airlines, military operations, and private aviation during periods of high air traffic. Coordinating real-time changes requires strong communication and negotiation skills to ensure safety and minimize delays. Unexpected weather changes and evolving flight plans can add complexity, making proactive planning and adaptability essential. Successfully managing these situations often involves close collaboration with air traffic controllers, regulatory agencies, and airport operations teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Airspace Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Airspace Manager, you need expertise in air traffic management, regulatory compliance, and aeronautical principles, often backed by a relevant degree and experience in aviation operations. Familiarity with air traffic control systems, radar software, and flight planning tools is essential, along with certifications like ICAO or FAA credentials. Strong decision-making, communication, and organizational skills help coordinate complex activities and manage stakeholder relationships. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant use of airspace, which is critical for aviation safety and operational flow.
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Infographic showing various Airspace Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,525 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

Airspace Manager

Aretum

Hurlburt Field, FL โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Active Secret Clearance Required

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

Aretum is seeking a Air Space Manager within the Air Operations Center (AOC), supporting Combat Plans and Combat Operations through Airspace Control Order (ACO) production, MAAP planning, airspace management, and TBMCS system operations. Requires extensive AOC operational experience, knowledge of AOC processes and exercises, and the ability to support operational-level planning and role-play during exercises and real-world deployments.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.ย 

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the timely and effective use of Air Tasking Order (ATO) assigned assets.
  • Responsible for monitoring assets, and how assess deviations affect the ATO, and make necessary adjustments while coordinating with all affected agencies.
  • Function as the Operational Expertise Act expert and go-to on doctrinal processes for all positions under the SODO, including CASDO, INTDO, BDO, CSAR, TST, and EW/SEAD.ย 
  • Provide expertise on capability degradation, tactics, and threat areas.
  • Function as the Exercise Execution Replicate on one or multiple AOC positions as required during exercises.
  • Tasked to perform the duties of the Chief of Combat Ops (CCO), coordinating with the Joint Exercise Control Group (JECG) to ensure training objectives are met.
  • Function as the liaison and attend planning conferences as the AOC representative and may be tasked as a Liaison Officer (LNO) at forward exercise locations.

Requirements

  • Active Secret Clearance.
  • Associate's degree and 10 years years of experience.
  • Support Air Operations Center (AOC) Combat Plans and Combat Operations functions with a focus on Airspace Control Order (ACO) planning and production.
  • Develop, coordinate, compile, and publish Airspace Control Orders (ACOs), Airspace Control Plans (ACPs), and applicable Special Instructions (SPINS).
  • Maintain accurate planning databases within Theater Battle Management Core System (TBMCS) and ASMA-FP.
  • Incorporate real-time changes into ACO products prior to publication and dissemination.
  • Coordinate with Combat Operations personnel to ensure timely execution of airspace management activities.
  • Apply current AOC processes, products, and TTPs to support planning and operational execution.
  • Utilize TBMCS, ASMA-FP, FALCONVIEW, IWS, SharePoint, and Microsoft Windows-based systems to support mission planning.
  • Support operational-level exercises, including Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) events, and participate in Master Events List (MSEL) development and execution.
  • Role-play as an Airspace Control Order (ACO) Planner during operational exercises and simulations.
  • Operational knowledge/experience as ACO planner to role play position during operational level exercises or real-world deployments in the last 5 years.

Preferred Qualificationsย 

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience as an exercise designer/planner/director.
  • Experienced with AFFOR, MAJCOM Staff experience.

Travel Requirements

This is an onsite position; however, occasional travel may beย requiredย based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions.ย Travel is expected to be as much as 25% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.ย 

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.ย 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretumย complies withย all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.ย 

We are proud to support our nation's veterans and military families,ย providingย career opportunities that honor their service and experience.ย 

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contactย hr@aretum.comย forย assistance.ย 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabledย 

U.S.ย Work Authorizationย 

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and therefore requires an active Secret clearance.ย 

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)ย ย 
  • Retirement Plan (401k)ย 
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)ย ย 
  • Paid Time Offย 
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)ย ย 
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disabilityย ย 
  • Training & Developmentย