SOC 53-2022
Airfield Operations Specialists
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ61/100
High Risk
US Employment
๐ฅ16,640
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$57K
$35K โ $111K
Projected Growth
๐+4.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค71/100
High exposure
๐ก Airfield Operations Specialists face a risk score of 61/100 โ 17 points above the national average of 44. With 71/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $57K ($10K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 61/100, Airfield Operations Specialists faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-generated written content replacing manual drafting are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 16,640 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in manual loading of irregular and fragile cargo and customer interaction and conflict resolution during delivery to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Airfield Operations Specialists?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI-generated written content replacing manual drafting
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Manual loading of irregular and fragile cargo
Customer interaction and conflict resolution during delivery
Navigating complex urban environments with obstacles
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Inspect airfield conditions to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.
Conduct inspections of the airport property and perimeter to maintain controlled access to airfields.
Assist in responding to aircraft and medical emergencies.
Initiate or conduct airport-wide coordination of snow removal on runways and taxiways.
๐ป Technology Skills
Graphics or photo imaging software
Data base user interface and query software
Application server software
Expert system software
Enterprise application integration software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
Transportation
English Language
Customer and Personal Service
Education and Training
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 25 | $62K | 72% |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 29 | $64K | 79% |
| Air Transportation Workers | 31 | $107K | 75% |