San Jose Mineta International Airport
Posted: 29-Apr-26
Location: San Jose Mineta International Airport
Type: Full Time
Salary: $152,850.10 - $240,318.26
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Salary Details:
Required Education:
Internal Number: 202601536
Key responsibilities include:
• Identifying and developing opportunities to expand domestic and international air service for Silicon Valley • Conducting quantitative analysis of air service markets • Developing business cases and route support strategies • Preparing and delivering professional air service presentations to domestic and international airline executives • Establishing and maintaining relationships with airline partners • Collaborating externally with City leadership, regional economic development organizations, and industry stakeholders • Collaborating internally with SJC divisions to support management • Providing expert guidance on aviation industry trends, economic factors, and regulatory considerations • Supporting implementation of economic development strategies
To apply, please complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. This job announcement is posted to close at 11:59 PM on Monday, May 18, 2026.
The final candidate’s qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. In addition to the starting salary, employees in this classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay, which is included in the range below.
The Air Services Development Manager salary range is $152,850.10 - $240,318.26 annually.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Economics, Aviation Management, or a related field
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible aviation experience in airline route planning and scheduling, revenue/yield management, or air service development at a medium or large hub airport
Acceptable Substitution
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Required Licensing
• Valid California driver’s license
• Must meet Airport insurance carrier requirements
Employment Eligibility
Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete and pass a fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check prior to being considered for a position in this class at the Airport. This Airport position requires a background check and a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check. The candidate must be fingerprinted and qualify under all applicable TSA and Airport regulations.
