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Airline Catering Operations Manager

Jamaica, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

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How much do director airline operations management jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for director airline operations management in the United States is $107,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Airline Operations Management vs Airline Operations Manager?

AspectDirector Airline Operations ManagementAirline Operations Manager
CredentialsBachelor's degree, often advanced certifications in aviation or managementBachelor's degree, relevant experience in airline operations
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership, overseeing multiple departmentsOperational oversight, managing daily airline activities
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, aviation companies, large transportation firmsAirlines, regional carriers, airport operations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding senior roles in airline operationsOperational roles, daily management tasks

The main difference is that the Director Airline Operations Management focuses on strategic leadership and overall airline operations at a high level, while the Airline Operations Manager handles daily operational activities and ensures smooth functioning of airline services. Both roles require relevant experience, but the director position involves broader oversight and decision-making responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Airline Operations Management job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,680 per year, or $51.8 per hour.

Project Manager - Airline Crew Management / Flight Operations Software

MM International

Dallas, TX • On-site

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Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Role: Project Manager – Airline Crew Management Systems

We are seeking a senior Project Manager with strong airline domain experience to lead enterprise software implementation projects focused on crew management, flight operations, and planning systems.

This is a client-facing role requiring deep understanding of airline operations and experience managing complex, multi-system integrations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of airline operations software implementations

  • Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables

  • Work directly with airline stakeholders to gather requirements and define solutions

  • Oversee integrations between crew management, flight operations, and related systems

  • Drive stakeholder communication, reporting, and executive updates

  • Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies

  • Support RFP/RFI responses and customer presentations

  • Ensure smooth adoption through change management practices

Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of Project Management experience in enterprise software delivery

  • Mandatory experience in airline / aviation domain

  • Strong exposure to crew management, crew scheduling, or flight operations systems

  • Proven experience managing client-facing implementation projects

  • Experience handling system integrations

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred:

  • PMP Certification

  • Agile / PMBOK knowledge

  • Experience with tools like Jira, MS Project, Confluence

Note: Candidates without airline or aviation domain experience will not be considered.