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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for aviation management professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectAviation Management ProfessorAirline Operations Manager
Required CredentialsAdvanced degree (PhD or Master's), academic credentialsBachelor's or Master's degree, industry experience
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, academic settingsAirline offices, operations centers, airports
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, aviation academiaAirlines, transportation industry
Common Search & ComparisonAcademic roles, teaching, researchOperational management, airline logistics

While both roles are connected to aviation, an Aviation Management Professor primarily focuses on teaching and research within academic institutions, requiring advanced degrees. In contrast, an Airline Operations Manager oversees daily airline operations, requiring industry experience and operational skills. They serve different functions within the aviation industry but share a common interest in aviation management principles.

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Infographic showing various Aviation Management Professor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,057 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Assistant Professor Chair in Aviation-Aviation Management Program

Durant, OK • On-site

Full-time, Contractor

Posted 16 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Maintain administrative control of the Aviation Management academic programs, including implementation, operational planning, accreditation, student advising, and curriculum development.

  • Supervise classroom instruction, academic instructors, adjuncts, and coordinate program scheduling and faculty hiring.

  • Oversee compliance with accreditation requirements, conduct program assessments, and prepare reports related to the Aviation Management programs.


Job description

Assistant Professor/Chair in Aviation-Aviation Management Program

Southeastern Oklahoma State University's Aerospace Sciences Institute invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor/Chair of Aviation-Aviation Management program.

SUMMARY

Maintain administrative control of the Aviation Management academic programs housed within the Aerospace Sciences Institute (ASI). Responsible for the implementation, operational planning, accreditation, student advising, and Aviation Management program curriculum development and delivery. Development and implementation of effective recruitment and marketing campaigns. Insuring compliance with HLC requirements and eventually securing accreditation from AABI. Supervising classroom instruction, supervising academic instructors and adjuncts, serve on University, John Massey School of Business (JMSOB), and Aerospace Sciences Institute (ASI) committees, coordinate university support trips, and review AVIA course syllabi, and course catalog requirements. This a 12-month position and reports to the Director of the Aerospace Sciences Institute (ASI).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

         Determine and implement faculty/staffing requirements and evaluations for the Aviation Management program and courses on the Durant and Tinker/Rose campuses.

         Determine and implement academic and training equipment requirements for the Aviation Management program.

         Provide classroom and laboratory delivery related to the Aviation Management curriculum including all its options.

         Develop short and long-range objectives in academic programs and for operational control and development.

         Work with the ASI Director to deal with recruitment, marketing, and promotion of the academic programs.

         Conduct ASI tours for perspective students, guests, and vendors.

         Ensure compliance with HLC accreditation requirements as well as prepare for eventual AABI accreditation.

         Conduct oversight of annual assessment of Aviation Management programs in the ASI at both the Durant and Tinker/Rose campuses and generates the annual Program Outcome Assessment Report (POAR).

         Maintain a course load of 6 credit hours per semester. Overload is usually available.

         Serve on the Academic Council and Academic Affairs/Chair committee.

         Serve on other university, Faculty Senate, and John Massey School of Business committees.

         Serve as academic advisor to all Aviation Management students on the Durant main campus.

         Serve as advisor and mentor to full-time Aviation Management faculty.

         Schedule academic classes each semester/term and assure faculty are appropriately qualified and prepared for these classes on the Durant main campus and the Tinker/Rose campuses.

         Oversee and coordinate class scheduling and adjunct faculty hiring with the OKC Site Coordinator.

         Travel to Oklahoma City to oversee full-time and adjunct faculty and full-time staff at Tinker AFB & Rose State College and meet incoming POM groups.

         Work with the ASI Director to review ASI budget and expenditures and manning requirements related to the Aviation Management program.

         Conduct special assignments, reports, studies, and publishing activities conducive to furtherance of the academic standing in the department and the university.

         Other duties as assigned by the ASI Director.

ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES (FUNCTIONS, DUTIES)

1.       Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended upon to report to the assigned duty station at the scheduled time. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.

2.       Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the University.

3.       Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the University. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working environment.

4.       Safety: Employee works safely, attends safety training offered/required, and follows appropriate safety rules and regulations. In relation to level of NIMs training completed, participates in incident management preparation, and performs incident duties as assigned.