Aviation Specialist

This position provides technical expertise in the development, preservation, and safety of aviation in Minnesota. Duties include inspecting and licensing airports and commercial aviation operators; enforcing Minnesota Statutes and Rules pertaining to aeronautics; organizing and conducting safety and educational seminars for pilots and airport operators; and providing pilot services in single engine turbine aircraft.

In-state travel is required up to 50% of the time; this includes some in-state overnight travel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Three years’ professional experience in any of the following:

• Experience in the airfield operations of an airport (e.g., Airfield Safety, Landside Operations, Airside Operations, Fixed Based Operator, Aviation Safety Inspector etc.).
• Providing airport planning, construction consultation of airport development or construction of an airport. (e.g., Project Manager, Planner or consultant for a firm that specializes in airports).
• Experience in aircraft maintenance, production, manufacturing operations or the operation of a business affiliated with aircraft.
• Providing consultation on aviation or airport data management for the military, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a contractor for the FAA, or a state agency (e.g., dispatch services, air traffic control).
• Experience as a professional Pilot for any of the following - Military, CFR Title 14, Part 121, Part 135, Part 91, or 91 Subpart K.

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in aviation or airport management may substitute for six months of professional experience.

Required Certifications:

• Airplane Single Engine Land Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
• Valid First-Class Medical Certificate by the time of appointment.
• Possess a valid class D MN driver’s license.

APPLY ONLINE BY 6/24/2026:

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers
2. Click “Search open positions”
3. Enter the Job Opening ID “94665” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
4. Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
5. Click “Apply for Job”
6. When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: social media - LinkedIn – job slot.

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.