Careers at TVC Airport
Build a rewarding public sector career keeping Northern Michigan connected to the world with competitive state pensions, health benefits, and professional advancement.
Serve Northern Michigan at Cherry Capital Airport
Northwest Regional Airport Authority provides year-round career paths in airport operations, public safety, facilities maintenance, and aviation management on our 1,000-acre airfield complex.
Explore Career Opportunities
Join the Northwest Regional Airport Authority dedicated team of aviation professionals.
Airport Public Safety Officer (ARFF / Law Enforcement)
Dual-role aircraft rescue firefighting (ARFF) and airport security compliance officer responsible for airfield emergency response, perimeter security patrol, and regulatory compliance under 14 CFR Part 139 and 49 CFR Part 1542.
Airport Airfield Maintenance Specialist
Operate heavy winter snow-removal equipment (multi-function brooms, blowers, plows), maintain runway lighting/PAPI systems, conduct pavement friction testing, and execute year-round airfield grounds keeping.
Capital Projects & Compliance Coordinator
Coordinate FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants, assist with the terminal expansion project engineering compliance, maintain environmental documentation, and liaise with consultant engineering firms.