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Director of Airside Infrastructure - DTW
Wayne County Airport Authority
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Posted: 08-May-26
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Type: Full Time
Salary: $155,000 - $170,000
Salary Details:
The starting salary range for this position is $155,000 - $170,000 with an attractive benefits package.
The Wayne County Airport Authority is seeking a Director of Airside Infrastructure to provide executive leadership for the planning, design, and construction of complex airport infrastructure across Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Willow Run Airport (YIP). This role oversees capital projects that ensure operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and long-term asset sustainability. The Director sets strategic direction for design and construction initiatives, aligning departmental priorities with Airport Authority goals. This leader ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field. Ten (10) or more years leading large-scale capital facility projects. Registered Architect or Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
The Wayne County Airport Authority (WCAA) is
responsible for the management and operation of Detroit
Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Willow Run
Airport. The Authority is governed by an independent,
seven-member Board of Directors who appoint a Chief
Executive Officer. WCAA employs more than 600
highly skilled and talented individuals across several
disciplines, while the airports are home to approximately
16,000 jobs.